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GV54 UZP

2004 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

76,098 mi
Last recorded76,098 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 UZP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 76,098 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 69,940 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 63,699 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 63,699 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake hoses perished

Pass 9 Mar 2015 57,997 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 57,905 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 51,091 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 51,091 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Strong advise** - Both Rear brake pads are wearing thin

Strong advise** - Offside front tyre has outer wear

Pass 27 Feb 2013 42,458 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 42,454 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Pass 8 Mar 2012 36,530 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2011 30,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

belly pans fitted

front brake disc (lipped)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 30,728 miles

belly pans fitted

front brake disc (lipped)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 23,248 miles

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

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 3 Mar 2009 16,715 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 9,365 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 9,352 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 4,173 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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GV54 UZP is a 2004 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UZP, 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 GV54 UZP registered?

GV54 UZP is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2004.

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