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GNZ 2961

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

114,294 mi
Last recorded114,294 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNZ 2961
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2013 114,294 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front discs worn

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear discs corroded

Slight cracking on both front flexi pipes

Under covers slightly damaged

Pass 21 Jun 2013 114,294 miles

Front discs worn

Rear discs corroded

Slight cracking on both front flexi pipes

Under covers slightly damaged

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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GNZ 2961 is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 96,770 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GNZ 2961, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GNZ 2961?

You can check the full history of GNZ 2961 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GNZ 2961 registered?

GNZ 2961 is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GNZ 2961 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNZ 2961 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GNZ 2961 have outstanding finance?

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