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MB04 EYZ

2004 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,175 mi
Last recorded62,175 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2011
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB04 EYZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2011 62,175 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 54,559 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 49,631 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 49,631 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 38,947 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 30,815 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 26,163 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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MB04 EYZ is a 2004 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 84,715 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MB04 EYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MB04 EYZ registered?

MB04 EYZ is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is MB04 EYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MB04 EYZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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