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LA54 VMH

2004 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,408 mi
Last recorded92,408 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA54 VMH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 92,408 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front DAMAGE TO BUMPER

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 79,630 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 79,630 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 65,844 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 62,692 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 58,830 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 53,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Side sills covered

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 53,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Side sills covered

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 48,305 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 42,973 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 38,320 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2009 32,691 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 32,691 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2008 26,199 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 20,477 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 20,477 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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LA54 VMH is a 2004 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA54 VMH, 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 LA54 VMH registered?

LA54 VMH is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is LA54 VMH safe to buy?

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