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VE54 DGZ

2004 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,218 mi
Last recorded124,218 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 DGZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2016 124,218 miles

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

Under trays fitted not allowing for full inspection off the underside

Pass 23 Feb 2015 115,126 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2014 106,629 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 97,899 miles

dtc light on

Pass 8 Feb 2012 87,396 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 77,223 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 64,711 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 56,293 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 48,209 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 48,148 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 46,946 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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VE54 DGZ is a 2004 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE54 DGZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE54 DGZ registered?

VE54 DGZ is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is VE54 DGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 DGZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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