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NA54 PVU

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,262 mi
Last recorded142,262 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA54 PVU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 142,262 miles

items removed from drivers view

Fail 26 Nov 2015 142,262 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

items removed from drivers view

Pass 31 Oct 2014 115,634 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake pad warning indicator insecure

Fail 7 Oct 2014 113,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake pad warning indicator insecure

Pass 28 Oct 2013 98,704 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 88,256 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2011 74,946 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs worn low

rear brake discs worn low

Pass 21 Oct 2010 60,802 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 51,220 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 45,019 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,424 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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NA54 PVU is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NA54 PVU, 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 NA54 PVU registered?

NA54 PVU is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is NA54 PVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA54 PVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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