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MA54 GPY

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,840 mi
Last recorded158,840 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA54 GPY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 158,840 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

offside and nearside front brake disc slightly worn

Pass 20 Nov 2015 149,635 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 149,624 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 127,365 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 123,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 112,767 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 92,069 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 73,102 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 59,745 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 49,620 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,135 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 40,135 miles

Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 27,045 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 23,541 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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MA54 GPY is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MA54 GPY, 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 MA54 GPY registered?

MA54 GPY is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is MA54 GPY safe to buy?

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