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LS54 XEP

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

104,358 mi
Last recorded104,358 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 XEP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 104,358 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 103,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 102,293 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 101,000 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 101,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 98,510 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 95,549 miles

EML light on

Oil leak Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 92,846 miles

under tray cover fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2015 90,668 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 86,247 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 73,070 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 73,070 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 53,209 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 50,836 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 48,539 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Jan 2009 46,907 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 46,907 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2008 45,066 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 45,059 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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LS54 XEP is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XEP, 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 LS54 XEP registered?

LS54 XEP is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is LS54 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS54 XEP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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