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LR54 KUU

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

85,065 mi
Last recorded85,065 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 KUU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 85,065 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 77,130 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm,front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 77,130 miles

Windscreen washer not working n/s and o/s (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm,front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 70,447 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 69,872 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 63,552 miles

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

front shock absobers damp [vehicle tested wet]

Fail 29 Aug 2018 63,549 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

front shock absobers damp [vehicle tested wet]

Pass 31 Aug 2017 58,792 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 58,792 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 51,323 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 49,903 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 46,207 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 42,853 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 40,166 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 40,166 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 37,098 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 33,822 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 30,110 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 30,110 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES ADVISE

Pass 19 Aug 2008 25,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 19,489 miles

engine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted.

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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LR54 KUU 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 76.2%.

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 KUU, 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 KUU registered?

LR54 KUU is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is LR54 KUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR54 KUU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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