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MT54 XZA

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

170,232 mi
Last recorded170,232 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 XZA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 170,232 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 154,859 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 141,937 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre on 1.6mm limit.

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 123,850 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 105,392 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 76,988 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 70,795 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 60,726 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 40,006 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 40,006 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 XZA is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XZA, 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 XZA registered?

MT54 XZA is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is MT54 XZA safe to buy?

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