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LT54 VML

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,203 mi
Last recorded77,203 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT54 VML
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 77,203 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 58,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Mar 2015 58,727 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2014 51,720 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 44,475 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front tyres wearing low

Pass 28 Feb 2013 44,475 miles

front tyres wearing low

Pass 1 Mar 2012 40,120 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2012 40,120 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 34,499 miles

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

n.s.r tyre wears inner

Pass 17 Dec 2009 29,135 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 23,514 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 20,476 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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LT54 VML is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 LT54 VML, 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.

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What year was LT54 VML registered?

LT54 VML is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 9 December 2004.

Is LT54 VML safe to buy?

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