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BJ54 TGX

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

174,049 mi
Last recorded174,049 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 TGX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 174,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 154,957 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 143,268 miles

front brake hoses cracking

Fail 10 Aug 2017 143,258 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front brake hoses cracking

Pass 11 Jul 2016 134,769 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 128,966 miles

n/s/f tyre going bald on outside edge

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush split and perished (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear babyseat fitted not allowing full seatbelt inspection

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

covere fitted to underside of car

covers under bonnet

Pass 5 Sep 2014 119,214 miles

ADVISE O/S/R DIFF OIL SEAL STARTING TO LEAK

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2014 119,214 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

ADVISE O/S/R BRAKE STICKING SLIGHTLY, SUSPECT CALIPER OR SLIDES

ADVISE O/S/R DIFF OIL SEAL STARTING TO LEAK

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW, O/S/F BREAKING UP DUE TO OVERHEATING, SUSPECT FAULTY CALIPER, AND FRONT DISCS CORRODED AND SLIGHTLY DISTORTED

Pass 5 Sep 2013 108,709 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre bald on edges

Pass 6 Sep 2012 98,005 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 85,584 miles

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 8 Sep 2010 75,031 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 75,031 miles

Inner Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 61,040 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 48,649 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

damage to undertray

warning ligth on dash

wear on disc pads

Pass 24 Sep 2007 38,990 miles

child seat fitted in rear

front wiper blades smiery

n/s/f body work damage

rear wiper blade missing

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 TGX is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ54 TGX registered?

BJ54 TGX is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 25 October 2004.

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