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WP54 XJE

2004 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,396 mi
Last recorded129,396 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 11669,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP54 XJE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 129,396 miles

engine management light on

Pass 29 Oct 2016 118,693 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 115,134 miles

front flexi pipes deteriorated

front tyres worn

Fail 29 Oct 2014 112,436 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2014 112,436 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 108,920 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2012 103,753 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside tyre slightly deflated.

Pass 28 Oct 2011 99,087 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 92,601 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 87,002 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 75,350 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 75,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 55,859 miles

a.chip in screen under limit

a.front pads getting low

a.slight oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 28 Nov 2007 55,859 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

a.chip in screen under limit

a.front pads getting low

a.slight oil leak from gearbox area

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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WP54 XJE is a 2004 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WP54 XJE, 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 WP54 XJE registered?

WP54 XJE is a 2004 BMW 116, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is WP54 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP54 XJE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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