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RF54 UZX

2004 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,112 mi
Last recorded93,112 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 UZX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 93,112 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads 2-3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 90,352 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jan 2017 90,352 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 88,993 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 87,573 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 84,386 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 80,946 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine oil level low

rear washer inop

Pass 7 Jan 2013 80,946 miles

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

engine oil level low

rear washer inop

Pass 10 Jan 2012 77,749 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 77,749 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 77,133 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 71,618 miles

plastic panals fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Feb 2009 61,392 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 51,391 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 48,072 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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RF54 UZX is a 2004 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RF54 UZX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF54 UZX registered?

RF54 UZX is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 27 October 2004.

Is RF54 UZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF54 UZX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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