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CP54 LWJ

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,326 mi
Last recorded136,326 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP54 LWJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 136,326 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 127,049 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 108,256 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2016 108,167 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 87,730 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 87,730 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 81,570 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 81,570 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 75,157 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 66,661 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 58,487 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 50,911 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 42,796 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 35,446 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 27,748 miles

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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CP54 LWJ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CP54 LWJ, 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 CP54 LWJ registered?

CP54 LWJ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is CP54 LWJ safe to buy?

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