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EN54 CRX

2004 BMW 120

Gold Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,621 mi
Last recorded107,621 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN54 CRX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 107,621 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside and offside door mirror leans deteriorated

Fail 16 Feb 2026 107,588 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside and offside door mirror leans deteriorated

Pass 13 Feb 2025 104,330 miles

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

nearside and offside door mirror glasses slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Feb 2024 102,496 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 97,612 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 91,688 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 86,285 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2020 82,189 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 76,035 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2018 68,501 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 61,288 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 60,933 miles

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

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)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 58,627 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 56,808 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 52,384 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 48,915 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 45,967 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 43,118 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 38,978 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 38,978 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 33,467 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 25,170 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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EN54 CRX is a 2004 BMW 120 in Gold with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EN54 CRX, 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

How do I check the history of EN54 CRX?

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What year was EN54 CRX registered?

EN54 CRX is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is EN54 CRX safe to buy?

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