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LF54 TVW

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

104,157 mi
Last recorded104,157 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 TVW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 104,157 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 101,941 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 100,517 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 100,517 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 89,388 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2022 89,385 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 85,463 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 64,487 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside + Offside ()

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2018 55,394 miles

both front flexi hoses perished

oil leaks onto exhaust area

Pass 8 Jul 2017 52,608 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 47,976 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 42,741 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2014 34,731 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 34,731 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 23,812 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

sill guards, splash guards, undercarrage trays and heat sheilds giving little or no access to preacribed areas or items

Pass 13 Jul 2012 21,916 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 18,586 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 16,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 16,967 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 23,862 miles

Wettness on power steering pipe/hose from steering rack to steering pump.

Pass 1 Sep 2008 20,799 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 20,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 10,676 miles

plastic covers fitted front/centre and both sides under vehicle

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 TVW is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LF54 TVW, 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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LF54 TVW is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 October 2004.

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