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MT54 EPC

2004 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

195,522 mi
Last recorded195,522 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 EPC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 195,522 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 189,540 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 173,225 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 161,439 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 161,439 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 159,277 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

all tyres pressures slightly low

both front brake hoses perished

engine top cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

nail in tread of nearside rear tyre

nearside front jacking pad missing

offside number plate lamp slightly dim

play in offside rear suspension upper arm inner bush

rear brake pads getting low on nearside

slight sidewall damage to offside front tyre

stonechips in front screen

tpms warning lamp illuminated

Pass 14 Nov 2013 146,371 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 129,297 miles

Brake warning light on

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 113,084 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 95,299 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 95,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 71,602 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 59,246 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 39,768 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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MT54 EPC is a 2004 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MT54 EPC, 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 MT54 EPC registered?

MT54 EPC is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is MT54 EPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 EPC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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