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RA54 XMG

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

153,640 mi
Last recorded153,640 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 XMG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2022 153,640 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive all rear sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 143,524 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 143,524 miles

Body panel insecure bonnet not close properly (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2020 136,045 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 127,941 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 127,818 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 120,267 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight uneven wear

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

Offside Rear tyre has slight uneven wear

Pass 27 Jan 2017 111,932 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 111,928 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 104,444 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fronts have a misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 104,444 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cracked near back box (7.1.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fronts have a misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 98,227 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 98,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 92,394 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Dec 2013 92,394 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 88,327 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 78,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 24 Jan 2011 68,012 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 68,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 60,302 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 53,380 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 40,032 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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RA54 XMG is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XMG, 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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RA54 XMG is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 3 December 2004.

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