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SD54 BVU

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,906 mi
Last recorded96,906 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD54 BVU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2020 96,906 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 94,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 90,643 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 13 Nov 2017 86,926 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 82,492 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 Nov 2016 82,492 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 75,041 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55/16 nct5 rf (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 66,548 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 59,515 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 59,515 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 47,397 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 35,885 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 30,980 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 25,435 miles

Front windscreen washers poor

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2008 20,416 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)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 14,190 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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SD54 BVU is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SD54 BVU, 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 SD54 BVU registered?

SD54 BVU is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is SD54 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD54 BVU 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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