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OV54 LDC

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

133,527 mi
Last recorded133,527 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 LDC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2017 133,527 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 131,452 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 131,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 127,850 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 121,717 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2015 121,717 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 113,989 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet release operated with molegrips.

front discs severly corroded.

rear discs corroded.

Pass 10 Apr 2013 107,637 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs worn,rear discs corroded.

Pass 8 Mar 2012 97,266 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 97,266 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 89,466 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 80,069 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 73,045 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 61,754 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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OV54 LDC is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OV54 LDC, 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 OV54 LDC registered?

OV54 LDC is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is OV54 LDC safe to buy?

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