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KC54 FNV

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,179 mi
Last recorded110,179 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC54 FNV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 110,179 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top control arm Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 100,270 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 98,975 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 95,875 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 95,875 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 92,750 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 92,750 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 88,651 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2017 88,651 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 85,015 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 80,613 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 75,557 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 71,033 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 66,645 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 61,752 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Dec 2010 61,752 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jan 2010 57,680 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2010 57,680 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 51,689 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 41,172 miles

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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KC54 FNV is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KC54 FNV, 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 KC54 FNV registered?

KC54 FNV is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is KC54 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC54 FNV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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