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GV54 UXK

2004 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

108,553 mi
Last recorded108,553 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 UXK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 108,553 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Aug 2024 106,096 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 106,096 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 102,447 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 102,447 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 97,649 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 89,017 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 86,273 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 85,087 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 79,471 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 75,229 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 71,745 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 71,745 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 69,565 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 57,119 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight bind to near side rear wheel

Pass 23 Nov 2011 48,410 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Slight binding to near side rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 39,839 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight weep from pas pipe front engine bay n/s

Pass 23 Nov 2009 32,464 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 23,551 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 15,517 miles

TYRES 20555R16H n/s/f below limit (1.0mm) on outer edge, o/s/f om limit(1.6mm) on outer edge

sideskirts fitted so unable to fully inspect sills

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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GV54 UXK is a 2004 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GV54 UXK, 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

How do I check the history of GV54 UXK?

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What year was GV54 UXK registered?

GV54 UXK is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 10 December 2004.

Is GV54 UXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV54 UXK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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