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SL54 CPF

2004 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

278,127 mi
Last recorded278,127 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 CPF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 278,127 miles

both front lower suspension arms,front inner bushes slightly unbonded

front and rear brake pipes slightly corroded

o.s rear upper rose joint has slight play

rear number plate becoming corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2022 269,372 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Lower suspension arm (front bush) perished/deteriorated.

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

Offside Front Lower Lower suspension arm (front bush) perished/deteriorated.

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

n/s/r lower suspension arm (rose joint) has slight play.

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge.

o/s/r lower suspension arm (rose joint) has evidence of rust creep.

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 28 Jan 2021 264,563 miles

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

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

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

both o/s and n/s front lower , front arm inner bush becoming worn/ perished

Pass 4 Feb 2020 258,769 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Feb 2020 258,794 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 241,426 miles

rear brake pipes becoming corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2019 241,426 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

rear brake pipes becoming corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2018 221,099 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 207,305 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 194,060 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 179,298 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 160,333 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 151,336 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 151,396 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 141,202 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 127,877 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 127,877 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 98,215 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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SL54 CPF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SL54 CPF, 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.

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What year was SL54 CPF registered?

SL54 CPF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 7 September 2004.

Is SL54 CPF safe to buy?

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