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RA54 XLB

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

110,515 mi
Last recorded110,515 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 XLB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 110,515 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 105,863 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 97,809 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 94,444 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 90,891 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 88,085 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 81,926 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 76,377 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 69,244 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 59,783 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 47,372 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2007 47,188 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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 XLB is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XLB, 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 RA54 XLB?

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What year was RA54 XLB registered?

RA54 XLB is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is RA54 XLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA54 XLB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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