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BJ54 DXH

2004 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

153,100 mi
Last recorded153,100 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 DXH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 153,100 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 135,586 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F TYRE WEARING OUTTER EDGE

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2013 131,301 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 125,812 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2012 125,808 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 112,950 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2011 112,947 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 92,778 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 92,774 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 76,132 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 57,171 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 57,171 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 38,422 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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BJ54 DXH is a 2004 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 96,770 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ54 DXH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ54 DXH registered?

BJ54 DXH is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 21 October 2004.

Is BJ54 DXH safe to buy?

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