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MA04 YJL

2004 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,341 mi
Last recorded67,341 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA04 YJL
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 67,341 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 66,171 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 64,555 miles

rear brake pipe has slight corrosion

Pass 7 Jan 2014 62,463 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 58,418 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 56,655 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2010 54,564 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 46,479 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 36,868 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 27,905 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 27,892 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 27,892 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 19,308 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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MA04 YJL is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 99,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA04 YJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA04 YJL registered?

MA04 YJL is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is MA04 YJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA04 YJL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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