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PA04 FVV

2004 BMW 520

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,099 mi
Last recorded140,099 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA04 FVV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Apr 2014 140,099 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 140,099 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 133,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 120,255 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 101,756 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 84,117 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 63,752 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 44,557 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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PA04 FVV is a 2004 BMW 520 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PA04 FVV, 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 PA04 FVV registered?

PA04 FVV is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is PA04 FVV safe to buy?

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