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WF04 HTX

2004 BMW 520

Black Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,918 mi
Last recorded110,918 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF04 HTX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2019 110,918 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 103,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 94,726 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 88,757 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection on some under car components

Pass 25 Feb 2015 82,044 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 75,377 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 66,687 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside rear tyre on 2mm offside rear tyre on 3mm 225/50/17/94w run flat

run flat light on

Pass 24 Feb 2012 60,315 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2010 45,142 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 39,517 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 34,661 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 28,453 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 28,395 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,935 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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WF04 HTX is a 2004 BMW 520 in Black with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 WF04 HTX, 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 WF04 HTX?

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What year was WF04 HTX registered?

WF04 HTX is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is WF04 HTX safe to buy?

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