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RL04 DYV

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,976 mi
Last recorded90,976 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL04 DYV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 90,976 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 90,917 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 82,805 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 78,056 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 71,510 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 65,442 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 59,275 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

discs worn

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 14 Feb 2014 53,565 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Feb 2014 53,565 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 47,748 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 42,636 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 37,754 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 33,167 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 27,165 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 20,755 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on out side edges

Pass 16 Mar 2007 14,905 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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RL04 DYV is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RL04 DYV, 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 RL04 DYV registered?

RL04 DYV is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 19 July 2004.

Is RL04 DYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL04 DYV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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