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SH54 TXC

2004 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,062 mi
Last recorded107,062 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH54 TXC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 107,062 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 107,062 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 101,958 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 96,980 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 89,415 miles

under body has cover/tray fitted

Fail 7 Sep 2016 89,415 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

under body has cover/tray fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2015 86,413 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 82,552 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 78,043 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 78,043 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 74,165 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 65,342 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 65,341 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front discs worn

Pass 18 Aug 2010 58,420 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 58,119 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 48,353 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 38,910 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 33,958 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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SH54 TXC is a 2004 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SH54 TXC, 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

How do I check the history of SH54 TXC?

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What year was SH54 TXC registered?

SH54 TXC is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 28 October 2004.

Is SH54 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH54 TXC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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