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LF54 ESV

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

109,932 mi
Last recorded109,932 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 ESV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 109,932 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 107,758 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 106,943 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 106,695 miles

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 17 Jan 2020 96,529 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 72,575 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 57,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jan 2018 57,709 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 43,522 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 39,985 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 11 May 2015 34,001 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 31,896 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,959 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 28,186 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 26,323 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 24,632 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 22,569 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 18,498 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 14,901 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 10,268 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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LF54 ESV is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 LF54 ESV, 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 LF54 ESV registered?

LF54 ESV is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is LF54 ESV safe to buy?

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