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EX54 UCF

2004 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

55,635 mi
Last recorded55,635 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 UCF
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 55,635 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 50,018 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 46,365 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Jan 2024 46,354 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 42,912 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2022 42,908 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 42,902 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 37,757 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear into flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 32,382 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 32,346 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 27,093 miles

Exhaust mounting defective lower downpipe clamp corroded and missing (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device starting to perish/split but still creating a seal

Rear wiper inoperative

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perishing on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 23,130 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 18,509 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 15,723 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 15,098 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 14,348 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 13,186 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 12,603 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 11,575 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 10,592 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 9,718 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 8,376 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 5,902 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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EX54 UCF is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EX54 UCF, 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 EX54 UCF registered?

EX54 UCF is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is EX54 UCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX54 UCF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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