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PX54 XWB

2004 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

57,954 mi
Last recorded57,954 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX54 XWB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 57,954 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 57,938 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

tyre pressure warning light is on

Pass 8 Sep 2024 51,021 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 47,976 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 45,394 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 42,576 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 38,174 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,781 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 26,018 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 22,233 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 15,904 miles

Front tyres cracked/perished

Pass 11 Sep 2015 11,938 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 11,707 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 10,840 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 9,585 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 8,769 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 8,054 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 6,884 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 6,884 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 5,735 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 4,523 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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PX54 XWB is a 2004 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 PX54 XWB, 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 PX54 XWB registered?

PX54 XWB is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is PX54 XWB safe to buy?

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