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ST54 ODA

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,991 mi
Last recorded136,991 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 ODA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 136,991 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 136,991 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 136,986 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 129,460 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 129,460 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 115,203 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 101,750 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 86,409 miles

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

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

number plate light dim

Pass 10 Dec 2009 71,021 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 53,535 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 52,834 miles

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

Offside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

wipers juddering

Pass 24 Nov 2007 39,454 miles

Offside rear mud flap missing/ insecure

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

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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ST54 ODA is a 2004 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ST54 ODA, 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 ST54 ODA registered?

ST54 ODA is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is ST54 ODA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST54 ODA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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