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NU54 PPZ

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

215,987 mi
Last recorded215,987 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU54 PPZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 215,987 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 215,985 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 208,848 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 204,307 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 193,976 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 193,975 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened both o/s n/s rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 179,032 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 165,281 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 153,900 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 140,484 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 128,923 miles

both front flexi brake pipes starting to split.

both front shockers damp.

n/s front tyre has damage to the inner sidewall (border pass).

o/s rear brake pipe corroded.

Pass 5 Jan 2013 110,223 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2012 93,938 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Jan 2011 78,642 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 72,728 miles

Bonnet catch slightly deteriorated

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil level low (topped up by 1.5liters prior to inspection)

Uneven wear both front tyres

Pass 23 Mar 2009 57,721 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 44,406 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2007 29,939 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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NU54 PPZ is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NU54 PPZ, 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.

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NU54 PPZ is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 17 September 2004.

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