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SP54 TWL

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

190,337 mi
Last recorded190,337 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 TWL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 190,337 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BORDERLINE PASS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 183,385 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 176,464 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 165,075 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 152,091 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 141,860 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 136,998 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 136,998 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 117,259 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 100,504 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 92,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 89,851 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 82,705 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 82,705 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 72,485 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 65,790 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 63,445 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 55,503 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 42,428 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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SP54 TWL is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SP54 TWL, 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.

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What year was SP54 TWL registered?

SP54 TWL is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is SP54 TWL safe to buy?

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