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RK54 SVP

2004 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,596 mi
Last recorded129,596 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 SVP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2022 129,596 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn ARM, INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn HUB CARRIER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn HUB CARRIER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn ARM, INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 115,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2021 115,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible rear number plate light hanging down (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 106,789 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ARM, INNER BUSH SLIGHTLEY WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 101,369 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 101,369 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 91,790 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 79,748 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 66,423 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 61,767 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 55,808 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 48,613 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 48,355 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 23 Jan 2012 42,083 miles

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 9 Feb 2011 36,139 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,192 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 10 Sep 2009 30,229 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 24,679 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 20,274 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 20,274 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)

advise engine oil level on minimum mark

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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RK54 SVP is a 2004 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 RK54 SVP, 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 RK54 SVP registered?

RK54 SVP is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is RK54 SVP safe to buy?

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