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AV54 XLF

2004 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

154,678 mi
Last recorded154,678 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 XLF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 154,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 143,653 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 143,653 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 133,547 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both side (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both side (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 128,927 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 128,184 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 128,184 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 124,424 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 107,411 miles

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

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

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

Undertray fitted so full inspection of steering and suspension NOT possible

Pass 2 Oct 2014 92,306 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 83,581 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 75,206 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 66,576 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

trims covers on sills and underbody/floorpan covering testible items

Pass 14 Nov 2011 66,576 miles

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

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

trims covers on sills and underbody/floorpan covering testible items

Pass 8 Dec 2010 58,062 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 47,485 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 35,475 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 35,475 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 24,720 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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AV54 XLF is a 2004 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 69,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV54 XLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AV54 XLF is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 12 November 2004.

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