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LR54 TVX

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,804 mi
Last recorded161,804 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 161,804 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 151,963 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2015 138,588 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 138,499 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

both front b/hoses cracking

front b/pads wearing thin

osf headlight cable tied

rear b/pads wearing thin

Fail 2 Apr 2014 125,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 125,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 110,523 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 105,002 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2012 105,002 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 98,242 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 94,173 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 94,173 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 92,077 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 78,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 TVX is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TVX, 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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What year was LR54 TVX registered?

LR54 TVX is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 11 October 2004.

Is LR54 TVX safe to buy?

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