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MA54 OEF

2004 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,252 mi
Last recorded129,252 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA54 OEF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2019 129,252 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 129,252 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 124,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 116,311 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 106,939 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 95,034 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 94,686 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 94,686 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 92,200 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 87,689 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Slight play in rear suspension upper arm inner bushes

Unable to check front to rear brake pipes due to full cover fitted to underside

Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,180 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 72,752 miles

Nearside front shock absorber gaitor split

Nearside front tyre feathered

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 64,230 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 56,000 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 48,056 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 39,250 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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MA54 OEF is a 2004 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OEF, 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 OEF registered?

MA54 OEF is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is MA54 OEF safe to buy?

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