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RY04 JKF

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

121,970 mi
Last recorded121,970 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY04 JKF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 121,970 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 120,729 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 118,916 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 118,904 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2023 115,583 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 112,164 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 110,733 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 109,647 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 108,441 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 105,683 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 103,299 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 100,852 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 98,396 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 81,479 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 61,637 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 42,283 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 35,192 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 27,246 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 20,123 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 11,168 miles

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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RY04 JKF is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RY04 JKF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY04 JKF registered?

RY04 JKF is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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