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GF54 JVG

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,981 mi
Last recorded73,981 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 JVG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2017 73,981 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 66,067 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 59,896 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 May 2012 46,411 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside rear tyre has sidewall damage

Traction control light on

Pass 29 Mar 2011 40,695 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 31,858 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 20,462 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 16,006 miles

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

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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GF54 JVG is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GF54 JVG, 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 GF54 JVG registered?

GF54 JVG is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 6 December 2004.

Is GF54 JVG safe to buy?

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