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VE54 BHX

2004 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

164,944 mi
Last recorded164,944 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 BHX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 164,944 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 164,942 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Jan 2022 154,874 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 148,416 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 148,416 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Outer flexi (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Outer flexi (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 143,708 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 132,346 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 117,597 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 102,446 miles

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

engine emits a lot of blue smoke

Pass 7 Nov 2014 94,867 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 94,820 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 93,260 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 86,506 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 86,506 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 80,020 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 72,276 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 65,568 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 59,567 miles

Nearside Front 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 12 Dec 2007 46,805 miles

Nearside Rear 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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VE54 BHX 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 78.9%.

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 VE54 BHX, 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 VE54 BHX registered?

VE54 BHX is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 13 December 2004.

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