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RV54 GVG

2004 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

198,140 mi
Last recorded198,140 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 GVG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 198,140 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake just met.It may need adjustment or repair

Service brake just met.It may need adjustment or repair

Pass 12 Dec 2014 182,860 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 158,951 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 145,176 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2012 145,176 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 143,481 miles

Both side sill covers fitted

Undertray fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2011 135,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 135,854 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 126,125 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 110,503 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 72,871 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge to 2mm

offside front tyre worn on inner edge to 1.6mm

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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RV54 GVG is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RV54 GVG, 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 RV54 GVG?

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What year was RV54 GVG registered?

RV54 GVG is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is RV54 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV54 GVG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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