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MK54 OUJ

2004 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,491 mi
Last recorded26,491 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 OUJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 26,491 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2026 26,491 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 26,206 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 25,691 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 25,689 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 25,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 24,896 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 24,422 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 23,576 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 17,007 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 13,821 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 12,898 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 12,898 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 11,919 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 11,506 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 10,975 miles

osf ,nsf and osr tyres are all showing signs of perishing between the treads .advise only

Pass 23 Jul 2013 9,747 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 9,661 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 9,222 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 8,187 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 7,644 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 6,683 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 6,683 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 5,908 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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MK54 OUJ is a 2004 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MK54 OUJ, 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

How do I check the history of MK54 OUJ?

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What year was MK54 OUJ registered?

MK54 OUJ is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is MK54 OUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK54 OUJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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