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JC54 SDC

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,201 mi
Last recorded102,201 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJC54 SDC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 102,201 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 93,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 93,901 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 85,833 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 72,845 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 72,845 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 72,393 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 65,822 miles

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Dec 2012 54,251 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 44,708 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 40,816 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 35,361 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 35,627 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2008 29,725 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 24,411 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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JC54 SDC is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JC54 SDC, 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

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What year was JC54 SDC registered?

JC54 SDC is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is JC54 SDC safe to buy?

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