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RF54 VTD

2004 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

103,559 mi
Last recorded103,559 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 VTD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 103,559 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 103,553 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2018 90,578 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Jun 2017 76,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 63,661 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 61,967 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s /front (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f outer edge (4.1.E.1)

bonnet catch stiff

Pass 5 Aug 2014 58,476 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2013 53,527 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear tyres cracking

Pass 5 Aug 2013 53,527 miles

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

rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 Jul 2012 49,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2011 44,267 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 44,267 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 39,739 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 36,200 miles

traction control light on

Fail 29 Oct 2009 36,200 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

traction control light on

Pass 17 Nov 2008 29,295 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 24,380 miles

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

front tryes starting to mishape

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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RF54 VTD is a 2004 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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

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 RF54 VTD, 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 RF54 VTD registered?

RF54 VTD is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 18 November 2004.

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