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LB54 CWV

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,636 mi
Last recorded72,636 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB54 CWV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 72,636 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 70,794 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 67,499 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 63,037 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 59,305 miles

underbody covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2016 55,613 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 51,191 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 48,293 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 43,992 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 11 Feb 2014 43,992 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 41,037 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Feb 2013 41,037 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2012 39,274 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 33,029 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 30,381 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 23,895 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 18,410 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 CWV is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey 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 LB54 CWV, 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 CWV registered?

LB54 CWV is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is LB54 CWV safe to buy?

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