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PJ54 JZR

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,535 mi
Last recorded40,535 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ54 JZR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 40,535 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 40,452 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 40,199 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 39,809 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 39,228 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 37,757 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 35,989 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 33,994 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 31,514 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 28,455 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 25,448 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 25,448 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 21,578 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 17,571 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 13,884 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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PJ54 JZR is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PJ54 JZR, 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 PJ54 JZR registered?

PJ54 JZR is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is PJ54 JZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ54 JZR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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