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SO54 EFP

2004 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

111,385 mi
Last recorded111,385 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 EFP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 111,385 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 111,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 103,115 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 103,115 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 97,749 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 97,745 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2019 89,870 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Jun 2019 89,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2018 81,292 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 73,450 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 71,115 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 68,685 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 67,223 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 57,843 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 46,341 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake warning lamo indicates a fault

traction control lamp indicates a fault

Pass 9 Mar 2011 46,334 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 37,326 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 26,844 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 19,370 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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SO54 EFP is a 2004 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SO54 EFP, 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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SO54 EFP is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2004.

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