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LR54 HKM

2004 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,093 mi
Last recorded120,093 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 HKM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 120,093 miles

No measurable level of smoke emitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2017 120,093 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) chaffing on anti roll bar drop link on full lock (2.2.D.2b)

No measurable level of smoke emitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2016 108,815 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 103,728 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 96,380 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 88,272 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 81,069 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 71,299 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 62,840 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 51,485 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 40,158 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 39,923 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 26,699 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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LR54 HKM is a 2004 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LR54 HKM, 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 LR54 HKM registered?

LR54 HKM is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is LR54 HKM safe to buy?

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