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LG54 SXW

2004 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,453 mi
Last recorded40,453 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG54 SXW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 May 2015 40,453 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 32,628 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 May 2013 29,385 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 23,771 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 17,730 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 14,885 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 11,350 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 10,339 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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LG54 SXW is a 2004 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LG54 SXW, 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 LG54 SXW registered?

LG54 SXW is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is LG54 SXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG54 SXW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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