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SC04 UJA

2004 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

85,984 mi
Last recorded85,984 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC04 UJA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 85,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 83,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2024 81,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 79,816 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 77,527 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2021 73,936 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 71,456 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 68,827 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2018 65,368 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 59,860 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 55,334 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 47,277 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 39,646 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 39,512 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,387 miles

temporary kit fitted to headlamps but not affecting beam pattern

Pass 26 Jun 2012 35,519 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,773 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 28,221 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 24,378 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,603 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 19,603 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 10,870 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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SC04 UJA is a 2004 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 SC04 UJA, 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 SC04 UJA registered?

SC04 UJA is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is SC04 UJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC04 UJA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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