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LR54 DXF

2004 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

165,623 mi
Last recorded165,623 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 DXF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 165,623 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 156,546 miles

Nearside Front Fuel hose chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Fuel hose chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 154,203 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 154,202 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 151,227 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 142,807 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 126,695 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 107,228 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 86,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 86,758 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 58,048 miles

nearside front tyre below 1mm inner edge

offside front tyre below 1mm inner edge

Fail 16 Sep 2011 58,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre below 1mm inner edge

offside front tyre below 1mm inner edge

Pass 17 Sep 2010 41,113 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 30,502 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 30,502 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 23,447 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 16,620 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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LR54 DXF is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR54 DXF, 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 LR54 DXF registered?

LR54 DXF is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is LR54 DXF safe to buy?

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