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WG53 VPA

2004 BMW 520

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,776 mi
Last recorded55,776 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 VPA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 55,776 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 53,071 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 50,476 miles

oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2014 45,504 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 45,504 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 40,074 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 40,074 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 33,594 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

n/s front tyre cracking in outer sidewall

rear inner brake pads look to be starting to wear low (limited view)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 33,594 miles

n/s front tyre cracking in outer sidewall

rear inner brake pads look to be starting to wear low (limited view)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 31,180 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 28,044 miles

front inner wheel rims bent (minor)

o/s front tyre outer sidewall has damage

Fail 11 Feb 2011 28,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front inner wheel rims bent (minor)

o/s front tyre outer sidewall has damage

Pass 4 Feb 2010 26,584 miles

minor damage to o/s front tyre side wall

n/s rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 4 Feb 2009 21,234 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 16,525 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 15,213 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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WG53 VPA is a 2004 BMW 520 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG53 VPA, 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 WG53 VPA registered?

WG53 VPA is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is WG53 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG53 VPA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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