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LR54 XVE

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

152,130 mi
Last recorded152,130 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 XVE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 152,130 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 152,083 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 149,799 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 146,468 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 139,501 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 132,690 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 121,675 miles

Front both brake discs have a slight lip

Front bumper damaged

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2013 118,080 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 114,006 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 111,174 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 104,174 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 96,664 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 88,739 miles

only x1 horn working. (low pitch horn not working)

washer jets are weak

Fail 5 Nov 2007 80,148 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 80,148 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 XVE is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LR54 XVE, 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 LR54 XVE registered?

LR54 XVE is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 16 November 2004.

Is LR54 XVE safe to buy?

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