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BL54 DWX

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

263,490 mi
Last recorded263,490 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 DWX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 263,490 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sids (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 263,490 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sids (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 242,215 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 209,031 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 174,459 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

parkbrake light staying on

Pass 6 Aug 2010 148,529 miles

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

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

o/s/f+o/s/r inner & outer side wall worn

Pass 13 Feb 2009 108,135 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 67,322 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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BL54 DWX is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BL54 DWX, 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 BL54 DWX registered?

BL54 DWX is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is BL54 DWX safe to buy?

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