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RA54 VRY

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

164,828 mi
Last recorded164,828 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 VRY
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 164,828 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 143,599 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 129,056 miles

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

nearside front wing bumper damaged

Fail 22 Jan 2015 129,055 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Nearside front wing/bumper damaged.

Pass 25 Jun 2013 106,977 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 98,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Feb 2012 98,646 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2011 93,233 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 86,303 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 79,902 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 72,827 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 72,827 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 71,116 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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RA54 VRY is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RA54 VRY, 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

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What year was RA54 VRY registered?

RA54 VRY is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is RA54 VRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA54 VRY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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