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KM54 SVL

2004 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,507 mi
Last recorded164,507 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM54 SVL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 164,507 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 164,507 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 162,502 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 14 Nov 2014 162,502 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2013 156,938 miles

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 143,894 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 133,941 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 120,936 miles

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

front discs getting low

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

rear discs getting low

Pass 16 Sep 2009 113,144 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 104,250 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 99,790 miles

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

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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KM54 SVL is a 2004 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KM54 SVL, 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

How do I check the history of KM54 SVL?

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What year was KM54 SVL registered?

KM54 SVL is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 11 November 2004.

Is KM54 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM54 SVL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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