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HK54 EWV

2004 BMW 316

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,428 mi
Last recorded120,428 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 31669,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK54 EWV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 120,428 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 109,845 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 109,845 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 106,917 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 97,200 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 88,046 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 79,731 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 68,121 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2010 68,121 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 44,571 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)

Fail 12 Dec 2009 44,571 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 32,664 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

n/s/f tyre worn both edges

Pass 8 Nov 2007 26,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion front exhaust support mounting.

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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HK54 EWV is a 2004 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK54 EWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK54 EWV registered?

HK54 EWV is a 2004 BMW 316, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is HK54 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK54 EWV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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