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OE54 KEJ

2004 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

104,138 mi
Last recorded104,138 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE54 KEJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 104,138 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 95,691 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2022 95,602 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 87,600 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 82,145 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 May 2019 76,412 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 71,101 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 70,834 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 70,159 miles

Offside Rear Brake has slight bind

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2015 66,436 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2014 62,415 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 58,180 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 53,986 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 49,582 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 45,806 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 40,083 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 40,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 29,809 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 29,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 21,163 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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OE54 KEJ is a 2004 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OE54 KEJ, 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 OE54 KEJ registered?

OE54 KEJ is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 23 December 2004.

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