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VN54 XJM

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

134,871 mi
Last recorded134,871 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 XJM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 134,871 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Offside Front tyre side-wall deteriorating

Pass 15 Oct 2015 134,656 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 132,346 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 119,946 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2012 107,838 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 107,792 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 98,252 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 89,246 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 75,683 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 61,549 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 46,001 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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VN54 XJM is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VN54 XJM, 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 VN54 XJM registered?

VN54 XJM is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 10 November 2004.

Is VN54 XJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN54 XJM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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