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PM04 MPY

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,601 mi
Last recorded128,601 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM04 MPY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 128,601 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 114,480 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 114,413 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 104,722 miles

tpms warning lamp indicates a fault

Pass 22 Jan 2013 94,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre starting to deteriorate

Pass 23 Jan 2012 85,006 miles

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

N/S/R TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE & SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 84,952 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

N/S/R TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE & SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 81,030 miles

Chip noted in windscreen

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 81,030 miles

Chip noted in windscreen

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 75,886 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 71,481 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 66,612 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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PM04 MPY is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PM04 MPY, 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 PM04 MPY registered?

PM04 MPY is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is PM04 MPY safe to buy?

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