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LB54 GVN

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,029 mi
Last recorded78,029 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB54 GVN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 78,029 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 77,868 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 70,162 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 70,158 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 62,961 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)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 53,031 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 35,174 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 23,059 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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LB54 GVN is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LB54 GVN, 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 LB54 GVN?

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What year was LB54 GVN registered?

LB54 GVN is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is LB54 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB54 GVN shows 8 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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