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NG54 RSV

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,411 mi
Last recorded125,411 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG54 RSV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 125,411 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 105,643 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 92,084 miles

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 81,422 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Apr 2012 81,422 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2010 68,729 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 55,616 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 41,732 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 28,188 miles

front brake pads wearing low

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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NG54 RSV is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NG54 RSV, 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 NG54 RSV registered?

NG54 RSV is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is NG54 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG54 RSV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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