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SM54 BUA

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,531 mi
Last recorded126,531 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 BUA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 126,531 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 114,401 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 97,364 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 86,368 miles

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

2rear tyres close to manufacturers limit

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f suspension dust cover missing n/s/f suspension dust cover insecure

o/s/front tyre feathered o/s/rear tyre side walls worn

Fail 4 Jun 2013 86,368 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

2rear tyres close to manufacturers limit

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f suspension dust cover missing n/s/f suspension dust cover insecure

o/s/front tyre feathered o/s/rear tyre side walls worn

Pass 28 Jun 2012 70,808 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 70,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

offside front tyre feathered on outside

Pass 4 Jul 2011 60,425 miles

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

o/s/f brake backing plate insecure

o/s/f shocker dust cover missing

traction and tyre warning light on

Pass 1 Jul 2010 50,748 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 41,575 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 33,159 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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SM54 BUA is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM54 BUA, 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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What year was SM54 BUA registered?

SM54 BUA is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 8 November 2004.

Is SM54 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 BUA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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