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VE54 LGZ

2004 BMW 745

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

69,884 mi
Last recorded69,884 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 74584,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 LGZ
MakeBMW
Model745
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 69,884 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2025 69,379 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 69,379 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2024 69,167 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 69,111 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 69,111 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2022 69,090 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Rings (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2021 66,844 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Aug 2019 59,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 58,664 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 56,080 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 55,111 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 50,314 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 44,024 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 40,477 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 36,474 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 35,619 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 34,841 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 33,657 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 33,657 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 32,403 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 745?

Based on 22,701 MOT tests across 1,670 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
5,928
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 841
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 607
position lamp(s) not working 411
Brake pipe excessively corroded 341
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 311
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VE54 LGZ is a 2004 BMW 745 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 BMW 745 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 84,454 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 745 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 841 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE54 LGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 745 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 745 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE54 LGZ registered?

VE54 LGZ is a 2004 BMW 745, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is VE54 LGZ safe to buy?

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