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YM04 VBV

2004 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,543 mi
Last recorded116,543 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 VBV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2016 116,543 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged BOTH (3.6.B.4d)

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection in certain component

Pass 3 Aug 2015 103,764 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Aug 2014 90,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre side wall damaged

near side rear tyre side wall damaged

Pass 3 Aug 2013 80,605 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2012 69,914 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jun 2011 60,729 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 53,796 miles

front brake discs have considerable wear lips

Pass 6 Jun 2009 49,657 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 44,126 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 35,286 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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YM04 VBV is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 99,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM04 VBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM04 VBV registered?

YM04 VBV is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 June 2004.

Is YM04 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM04 VBV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YM04 VBV have outstanding finance?

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