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LD54 OOA

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 OOA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 158,658 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2021 149,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 137,151 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 127,729 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 127,729 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 121,098 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 115,627 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust clamp broken (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 115,627 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust clamp broken (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 109,747 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside wiper blade smearing

park brake/brake fluid level warning lamp illuminated (various items overdue in service menu)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 109,747 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside wiper blade smearing

park brake/brake fluid level warning lamp illuminated (various items overdue in service menu)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 103,369 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 98,496 miles

Front brake pads worn to approximately 4mm thickness with a bottom limit of 1.5mm. Advise periodic check and service.

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

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

Underside of vehicle view restricted by plastic undershield.

Pass 23 Aug 2013 92,040 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 85,893 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 19 Aug 2011 75,521 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 67,344 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edges advise

Pass 9 Sep 2009 56,910 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 48,771 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2007 39,636 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 39,636 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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LD54 OOA is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LD54 OOA, 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.

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LD54 OOA is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 21 October 2004.

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