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RA04 YKJ

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,538 mi
Last recorded156,538 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA04 YKJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 156,538 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 150,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2011 145,407 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 140,954 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 140,954 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 125,825 miles

plastic under body covers

Pass 28 May 2008 115,526 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 95,140 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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RA04 YKJ is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 99,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA04 YKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA04 YKJ?

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What year was RA04 YKJ registered?

RA04 YKJ is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 June 2004.

Is RA04 YKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA04 YKJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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