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EK54 JUC

2004 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

104,813 mi
Last recorded104,813 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK54 JUC
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 104,813 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear under the vehicle surface rust

Pass 19 Sep 2024 103,163 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 101,170 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 99,847 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 97,093 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 93,992 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 91,354 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 86,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 82,667 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 77,889 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front too rears at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 720,022 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 66,312 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 60,300 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 53,988 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 53,988 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2011 47,904 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 41,076 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 35,084 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 27,812 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 20,723 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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EK54 JUC is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EK54 JUC, 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

How do I check the history of EK54 JUC?

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What year was EK54 JUC registered?

EK54 JUC is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is EK54 JUC safe to buy?

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