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SP04 VNB

2004 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,025 mi
Last recorded76,025 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP04 VNB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2013 76,025 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 66,230 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 48,881 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 43,592 miles

all tyres on car starting to perish

Pass 20 Jan 2010 40,824 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 37,192 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 32,208 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 28,571 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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SP04 VNB is a 2004 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP04 VNB, 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

How do I check the history of SP04 VNB?

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What year was SP04 VNB registered?

SP04 VNB is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is SP04 VNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP04 VNB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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