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SB54 UUT

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,155 mi
Last recorded143,155 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB54 UUT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 143,155 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Nov 2016 129,060 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint slight (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight ()

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

dash lights intermittent (shows fault)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 114,981 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 18 Nov 2014 103,421 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 94,554 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 91,599 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 70,071 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 60,456 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 50,051 miles

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

offside and nearside rear axle rose bushes are slightly worn

Fail 19 Mar 2009 49,874 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

offside and nearside rear axle rose bushes are slightly worn

Pass 20 Mar 2008 39,479 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,837 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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SB54 UUT is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SB54 UUT, 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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SB54 UUT is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 21 December 2004.

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