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RA54 ESF

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,543 mi
Last recorded135,543 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 ESF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 135,543 miles

fluid is leaking on the diff

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 124,444 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' X 2 (8.3.1d)

covers trays, & trims fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2016 113,063 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 103,887 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 94,519 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 94,511 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

Pass 13 Nov 2012 84,385 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge

Fail 12 Nov 2012 84,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

n/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge

Pass 12 Nov 2011 71,255 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 60,431 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 53,528 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 43,970 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 43,970 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 31,609 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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RA54 ESF 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 RA54 ESF, 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.

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What year was RA54 ESF registered?

RA54 ESF is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 9 November 2004.

Is RA54 ESF safe to buy?

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