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RY54 ZNN

2004 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,072 mi
Last recorded199,072 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 ZNN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 199,072 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 180,480 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2025 180,480 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 163,980 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 163,980 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 150,741 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 136,379 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 126,669 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 116,588 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 116,046 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front both side front brake discs pitted

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear both side rear brake discs pitted

engine under tray fitted preventing clear view of some items

engine under tray misty with oil

Pass 21 Aug 2019 107,185 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 97,101 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 97,101 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 92,942 miles

both front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

exhaust rear hanger broken off but system still secure

Fail 29 Jun 2017 92,942 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

both front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

exhaust rear hanger broken off but system still secure

Pass 15 Jun 2016 88,557 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 83,772 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 79,547 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 70,739 miles

traction control light on

Pass 13 Feb 2012 63,130 miles

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

advise traction light on

rear brake pads getting low /disc wear lip

Pass 11 Feb 2011 55,260 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 46,006 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 38,086 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 31,859 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 31,838 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)

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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RY54 ZNN is a 2004 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RY54 ZNN, 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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RY54 ZNN is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 16 December 2004.

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