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EX54 VHU

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

88,511 mi
Last recorded88,511 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 VHU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 88,511 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 May 2026 88,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 83,168 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 72,625 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 63,659 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 59,426 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 57,998 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 56,038 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

oil leak on limit

Pass 12 Oct 2018 51,779 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 20 Oct 2017 48,888 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 45,905 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 41,165 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 38,575 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 35,179 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 32,594 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 30,086 miles

front tyres lightly worn..

Pass 18 Oct 2010 26,812 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 23,340 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,309 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 15,521 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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EX54 VHU is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EX54 VHU, 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 EX54 VHU registered?

EX54 VHU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is EX54 VHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX54 VHU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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