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SL54 JWK

2004 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,812 mi
Last recorded120,812 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 JWK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 120,812 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 118,704 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 114,897 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2018 105,620 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 102,446 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 98,913 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 98,913 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 97,683 miles

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2013 93,558 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 82,288 miles

Airbag light is on

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

Steering lock not working

Pass 9 Nov 2011 71,546 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 61,024 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 47,423 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 34,728 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 22,810 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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SL54 JWK is a 2004 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SL54 JWK, 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 SL54 JWK registered?

SL54 JWK is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is SL54 JWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL54 JWK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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