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LB54 PPX

2004 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,197 mi
Last recorded92,197 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB54 PPX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 92,197 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 92,171 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 87,786 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 81,188 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Dec 2020 74,436 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Dec 2019 69,387 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 65,852 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 63,342 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 59,324 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 54,494 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 50,279 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 50,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 46,198 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 43,682 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 40,723 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 36,031 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 31,184 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 31,184 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 25,971 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 20,160 miles

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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LB54 PPX is a 2004 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LB54 PPX, 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 LB54 PPX registered?

LB54 PPX is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 20 December 2004.

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