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EX54 ZRG

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

73,042 mi
Last recorded73,042 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 73,042 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2023 72,881 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 68,280 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 66,283 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 63,829 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 63,822 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Wire and cord through (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 58,496 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 58,490 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned Although stop lamp works, wrong part of light cluster illuminates. (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 55,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 55,061 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 54,501 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 53,844 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 52,963 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 51,793 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 50,650 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 49,246 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 48,496 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 47,584 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 47,355 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 36,342 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 ZRG 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 85%.

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 ZRG, 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 ZRG registered?

EX54 ZRG is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is EX54 ZRG safe to buy?

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