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PL04 NYB

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

93,070 mi
Last recorded93,070 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 NYB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 93,070 miles

LOW Coolant found on pre check (Topped Up)

LOW Engine oil found on Pre Check (topped up)

Fail 21 Aug 2023 93,070 miles

LOW Coolant found on pre check (Topped Up)

LOW Engine oil found on Pre Check (topped up)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both Sides (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 87,321 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both Sides ()

TPMS shows fault

Fail 22 Jun 2022 87,321 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both Sides ()

TPMS shows fault

Pass 8 Jan 2021 77,802 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both Sides ()

Fail 8 Jan 2021 77,802 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both Sides ()

Windscreen washer not working Both Sides (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 70,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge and worn to 1mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge and worn to 1mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 64,862 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe severely corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 62,414 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 60,213 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 60,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 56,648 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 52,775 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 48,621 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 44,181 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 40,016 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 36,560 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 32,855 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 28,446 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 23,028 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 23,027 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 17,504 miles

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

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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PL04 NYB is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PL04 NYB, 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 PL04 NYB registered?

PL04 NYB is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is PL04 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL04 NYB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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