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RN54 RLZ

2004 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,534 mi
Last recorded83,534 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN54 RLZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 83,534 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 83,534 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 65,624 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 60,941 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 56,044 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 52,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and o/s/f (cracked) (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 May 2015 45,427 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 36,783 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 32,245 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,532 miles

advise on both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Mar 2011 22,510 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 17,238 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 12,180 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 9,674 miles

nearside and offside front tyres starting to wear outer edges

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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RN54 RLZ is a 2004 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RN54 RLZ, 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 RN54 RLZ registered?

RN54 RLZ is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is RN54 RLZ safe to buy?

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