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BU54 VKM

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,629 mi
Last recorded160,629 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 VKM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2026 160,629 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertray / sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2024 144,762 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 136,600 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2022 133,819 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 26 May 2021 128,389 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 122,680 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 117,341 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 112,215 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 106,870 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 100,750 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 6 May 2015 93,518 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 84,962 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 75,600 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 70,428 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 61,549 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 44,514 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 29,943 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 23,453 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges advise

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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BU54 VKM is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 82,446 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 VKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU54 VKM registered?

BU54 VKM is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is BU54 VKM safe to buy?

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