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S77 UMR

2004 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

126,501 mi
Last recorded126,501 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS77 UMR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 126,501 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 126,488 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 126,488 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 120,255 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 120,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 120,279 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 115,232 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 110,430 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 103,730 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 98,335 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 91,109 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 79,134 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 70,665 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 64,669 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 57,460 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 50,526 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 38,260 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 38,139 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 30,063 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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S77 UMR is a 2004 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S77 UMR, 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 S77 UMR registered?

S77 UMR is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is S77 UMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S77 UMR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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