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YS54 WBF

2004 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

202,375 mi
Last recorded202,375 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS54 WBF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 202,375 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

mirrors deteriorating

rear licence plate has a character slightly deteriorated

stone chip in windscreen

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Apr 2016 201,994 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

mirrors deteriorating

n/s front lower ball joint cover insecure slightly

o/s front tyre worn outer edge

rear licence plate has a character slightly deteriorated

stone chip in windscreen

under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2015 185,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 166,380 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 166,380 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 147,802 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s steering arm slight play

Pass 4 Apr 2012 129,217 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 113,624 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 98,782 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 80,729 miles

brake warning wire not connected to osr brakes wire hanging by side

undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection

Pass 14 Dec 2007 71,600 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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YS54 WBF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YS54 WBF, 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 YS54 WBF registered?

YS54 WBF is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 December 2004.

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