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RF54 VPM

2004 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,902 mi
Last recorded151,902 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 VPM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 151,902 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 151,902 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

tpms light on

Pass 5 Oct 2015 133,769 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

front and rear brake discs worn

tpms light on

Fail 5 Oct 2015 133,769 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres wearing on edges

front and rear brake discs worn

tpms light on

Pass 27 Aug 2014 111,349 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 111,349 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 103,425 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 95,106 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 83,322 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 83,322 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 70,524 miles

all tyres tred worn uneven

can not see all brake pads

Pass 2 Nov 2009 60,280 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 44,494 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 32,679 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 VPM is a 2004 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RF54 VPM, 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 VPM registered?

RF54 VPM is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is RF54 VPM safe to buy?

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