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LC54 VWA

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,242 mi
Last recorded56,242 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 VWA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 56,242 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 52,831 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jul 2021 46,856 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 46,799 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both slighty cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 45,962 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Fail 28 Jun 2018 45,962 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Registration plate inscription illegible front & rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 45,217 miles

Nearside brake pad sensor wire damaged

Pass 22 Jan 2016 41,297 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 33,134 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 29,972 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 27,768 miles

traction control light on

Pass 25 Jan 2012 27,560 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 27,121 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 27,121 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 24,628 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 24,628 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 20,302 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 15,937 miles

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

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

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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LC54 VWA is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC54 VWA, 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 LC54 VWA registered?

LC54 VWA is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is LC54 VWA safe to buy?

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