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MW54 WZM

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,364 mi
Last recorded88,364 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW54 WZM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 88,364 miles

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 85,378 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 81,640 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 81,640 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 77,431 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 72,335 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r axle rubber bush slight play

Pass 7 Nov 2013 68,915 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 68,915 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 66,438 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 59,959 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 40,833 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 29,934 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 21,407 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 18,467 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 16,901 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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MW54 WZM is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 69,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MW54 WZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MW54 WZM registered?

MW54 WZM is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2004.

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The MOT history for MW54 WZM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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