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MJ54 AUT

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

140,287 mi
Last recorded140,287 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ54 AUT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 140,287 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 136,292 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 136,292 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 129,650 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 116,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 102,650 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 92,865 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 86,406 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 74,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 73,843 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 4 Oct 2013 63,158 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 57,510 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 54,656 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 49,970 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 44,918 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 40,730 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 36,876 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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MJ54 AUT is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MJ54 AUT, 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 MJ54 AUT registered?

MJ54 AUT is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 31 October 2004.

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