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SM54 WLK

2004 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,494 mi
Last recorded81,494 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 WLK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 81,494 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 81,494 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 75,368 miles

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

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

oil leak

Fail 20 Oct 2015 75,368 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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

oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2014 68,044 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 64,256 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 57,899 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 50,064 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 37,973 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 32,213 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 26,395 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 20,345 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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SM54 WLK is a 2004 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SM54 WLK, 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.

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What year was SM54 WLK registered?

SM54 WLK is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is SM54 WLK safe to buy?

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