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RY54 ZSJ

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,231 mi
Last recorded170,231 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 ZSJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 170,231 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 159,110 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 150,791 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 150,791 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 136,415 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 112,446 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 84,166 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2011 73,261 miles

front brake pads close to limit

front discs worn

front number plate cracked

Fail 10 Dec 2011 73,252 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

front brake pads close to limit

front discs worn

front number plate cracked

Pass 27 Nov 2010 60,701 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 46,976 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 44,452 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 29,894 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 35,347 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 28,747 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 28,746 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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RY54 ZSJ is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RY54 ZSJ, 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 RY54 ZSJ registered?

RY54 ZSJ is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is RY54 ZSJ safe to buy?

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