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EO54 XXW

2004 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

65,112 mi
Last recorded65,112 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO54 XXW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 65,112 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2022 65,107 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 56,470 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 56,363 miles

All brake pipes coated in grease

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 53,266 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 44,620 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 35,044 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Mar 2016 28,716 miles

oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2015 27,339 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 25,732 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 25,732 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 24,497 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 22,914 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 21,398 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 19,506 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 17,369 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 15,436 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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EO54 XXW is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EO54 XXW, 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 EO54 XXW registered?

EO54 XXW is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2004.

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