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LF54 ULK

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,917 mi
Last recorded66,917 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 ULK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 66,917 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 57,697 miles

offside front tyre tread bald inner edge

Fail 10 Sep 2014 49,945 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 49,945 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 46,436 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 41,388 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 38,354 miles

offside rear tyre wearing thin at edge

Pass 8 Dec 2010 34,731 miles

nearside front and offside front tyre wearing thin at outer edges

Pass 15 Dec 2009 30,440 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 23,368 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 18,723 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 18,714 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

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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LF54 ULK is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LF54 ULK, 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

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What year was LF54 ULK registered?

LF54 ULK is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is LF54 ULK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF54 ULK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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