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RA54 WMG

2004 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

134,591 mi
Last recorded134,591 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 WMG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 134,591 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2017 125,056 miles

Both front flexi brake hoses perishing

Slight play n.s.r lower hub bush (rose bush)

Slight play o.s.f track rod end

Fail 30 Jun 2017 125,056 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Both front flexi brake hoses perishing

Slight play n.s.r lower hub bush (rose bush)

Slight play o.s.f track rod end

Pass 5 Aug 2016 122,517 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 119,124 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 114,480 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 106,471 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 103,691 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 89,170 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 89,170 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 72,475 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 72,475 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 64,948 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 64,948 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 46,195 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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RA54 WMG is a 2004 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RA54 WMG, 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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What year was RA54 WMG registered?

RA54 WMG is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is RA54 WMG safe to buy?

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