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GF04 WXB

2004 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,294 mi
Last recorded90,294 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF04 WXB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2020 90,294 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 88,119 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 84,012 miles

Central Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 80,715 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 77,047 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 73,583 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 70,230 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 66,209 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2012 60,228 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 54,602 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 45,412 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 38,271 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 30,919 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 24,035 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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GF04 WXB is a 2004 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 69,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF04 WXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF04 WXB registered?

GF04 WXB is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 3 April 2004.

Is GF04 WXB safe to buy?

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