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BK54 KWE

2004 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,100 mi
Last recorded105,100 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 KWE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 105,100 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2020 105,100 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 93,996 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 75,626 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 73,279 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Nov 2015 71,408 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 69,250 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 30 Oct 2013 66,022 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 59,050 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 52,893 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 46,564 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 21 Sep 2010 46,564 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 22 Sep 2009 40,185 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 32,431 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 24,871 miles

Front 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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BK54 KWE is a 2004 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BK54 KWE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK54 KWE registered?

BK54 KWE is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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