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CV54 EKX

2004 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,278 mi
Last recorded134,278 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV54 EKX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 134,278 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jan 2016 126,567 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 126,567 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 119,677 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2013 104,828 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 89,630 miles

engine oil leak

handbrake readings low on RBT

Pass 3 Dec 2011 85,877 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 74,122 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 63,989 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 49,953 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 49,953 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 36,412 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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CV54 EKX is a 2004 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV54 EKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV54 EKX registered?

CV54 EKX is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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