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EO54 BBX

2004 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,772 mi
Last recorded16,772 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO54 BBX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 16,772 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 16,199 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 16,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 15,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 15,181 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 15,181 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 14,630 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 13,877 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 12,951 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 11,789 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 10,930 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 10,042 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 9,041 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 8,356 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 7,628 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 6,809 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 5,898 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 5,046 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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EO54 BBX is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EO54 BBX, 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 EO54 BBX registered?

EO54 BBX is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is EO54 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO54 BBX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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