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LS54 VRZ

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,801 mi
Last recorded99,801 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 VRZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 99,801 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 96,155 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 91,126 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 84,006 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 157,624 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 69,477 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2010 63,457 miles

Offside Lower Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 63,457 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 56,448 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake warning light on

Pass 18 Feb 2009 56,448 miles

brake warning light on

Pass 20 Feb 2008 46,139 miles

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

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

brake pad warning light on ,n/s front indicator wire not connected

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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LS54 VRZ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LS54 VRZ, 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 LS54 VRZ registered?

LS54 VRZ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is LS54 VRZ safe to buy?

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