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HG54 LRO

2004 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

112,004 mi
Last recorded112,004 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG54 LRO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 112,004 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 102,003 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 101,312 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 100,553 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 100,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 98,590 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 94,493 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 94,493 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Bulb (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 91,227 miles

Offside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 91,227 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 84,615 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on the outer edges

Fail 5 Sep 2016 84,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front tyres wearing on the outer edges

Pass 3 Sep 2015 77,865 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 70,379 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 61,176 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 52,165 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 44,905 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 37,755 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 30,934 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 24,944 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 18 Sep 2007 20,621 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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HG54 LRO is a 2004 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HG54 LRO, 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 HG54 LRO registered?

HG54 LRO is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is HG54 LRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG54 LRO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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