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EA54 VST

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

166,908 mi
Last recorded166,908 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA54 VST
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 166,908 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bearing/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 164,986 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 161,380 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 158,661 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 153,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 143,614 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 129,948 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 118,844 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 110,682 miles

Exhaust hanger snapped but exhaust still strongly supported

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 102,090 miles

Both rear top control arms have play in

N/S/F Shock absorber leaking

Pass 12 Sep 2012 93,348 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 93,348 miles

Front Horn is a gong (1.6.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 84,204 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 75,408 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 11 Sep 2009 66,611 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 55,175 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 50,145 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 30,744 miles

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 VST is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VST, 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 VST registered?

EA54 VST is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 October 2004.

Is EA54 VST safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA54 VST shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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