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SM54 NEU

2004 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,013 mi
Last recorded138,013 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 NEU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 138,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush most foward (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 123,743 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 110,728 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 110,725 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 104,670 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 104,670 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 96,459 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 88,466 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 79,403 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 66,215 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 66,210 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 59,032 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 48,298 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 39,148 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 35,835 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 NEU is a 2004 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NEU, 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 NEU registered?

SM54 NEU is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is SM54 NEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 NEU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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