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YU53 NXP

2004 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

179,362 mi
Last recorded179,362 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU53 NXP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 179,362 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 170,713 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 163,647 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 157,352 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 149,132 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine undershield insecure

n/s/r wheel is of a different type

Fail 4 Aug 2012 149,131 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine undershield insecure

Pass 13 Jul 2011 141,461 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 141,459 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 134,223 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 134,223 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 123,563 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 105,872 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 74,547 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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YU53 NXP is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YU53 NXP, 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

How do I check the history of YU53 NXP?

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What year was YU53 NXP registered?

YU53 NXP is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is YU53 NXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU53 NXP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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