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SD04 YBH

2004 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

217,386 mi
Last recorded217,386 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD04 YBH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 217,386 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriated

Minor oil leak

Undertray fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2016 191,047 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 189,902 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 177,165 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 164,455 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 149,476 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 217,240 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 217,240 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 168,944 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 168,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 121,347 miles

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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SD04 YBH is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,497cc 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 SD04 YBH, 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 SD04 YBH?

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What year was SD04 YBH registered?

SD04 YBH is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 June 2004.

Is SD04 YBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD04 YBH 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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