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EA54 RXP

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,963 mi
Last recorded134,963 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA54 RXP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 134,963 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 133,324 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 130,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 128,351 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 127,241 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 124,283 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 120,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 115,080 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 115,080 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 109,772 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 Aug 2016 109,772 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2015 105,061 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 105,015 miles

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

engine oil leak underside of car

Pass 29 Jul 2014 97,684 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 91,649 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 91,649 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 82,717 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 72,020 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 58,480 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 51,409 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 41,953 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 32,477 miles

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

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

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

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

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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EA54 RXP is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EA54 RXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA54 RXP registered?

EA54 RXP is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 16 October 2004.

Is EA54 RXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA54 RXP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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