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LB54 AXC

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

143,094 mi
Last recorded143,094 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB54 AXC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 143,094 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 135,680 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 128,827 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 120,385 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 106,292 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 93,416 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 82,939 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 78,864 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both very rusty (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Fail 23 May 2019 78,858 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both very rusty (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 5 Jun 2018 75,008 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front 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 ()

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 23 May 2017 71,393 miles

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

both front tyres appear to be wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 May 2016 68,350 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 66,285 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 61,418 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 55,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Dec 2013 55,661 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 18 Dec 2012 49,494 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 43,406 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 35,655 miles

tread worn low on inner/outer edge of o/s/f tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2009 26,954 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 20,261 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 14,730 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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LB54 AXC is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 LB54 AXC, 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.

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What year was LB54 AXC registered?

LB54 AXC is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 29 December 2004.

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