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RE54 ERV

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

106,365 mi
Last recorded106,365 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE54 ERV
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 106,365 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 102,773 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 102,055 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 102,052 miles

Brake performance not tested due to broken spring (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 99,418 miles

Front both headlight lenses slightly discoloured

Fail 22 Jun 2021 99,418 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible number plate very discolored (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front both headlight lenses slightly discoloured

Pass 2 Oct 2018 97,153 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 91,552 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 87,719 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Oct 2015 81,662 miles

UNDERSIDE COVERS FITTED

Pass 2 Dec 2014 81,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 78,379 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 71,141 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 63,401 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 57,749 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 57,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 50,620 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 43,009 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,409 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 28,318 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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RE54 ERV is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RE54 ERV, 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 RE54 ERV registered?

RE54 ERV is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is RE54 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE54 ERV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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