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MF54 JRZ

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

166,487 mi
Last recorded166,487 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF54 JRZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 166,487 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 166,481 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 163,822 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 161,046 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 161,041 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 156,932 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 151,606 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 151,601 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 144,901 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 137,737 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 131,485 miles

Cut to offside rear tyre tread.

Pass 17 Nov 2012 119,982 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 108,728 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 98,570 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Oct 2010 98,564 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 90,038 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Nov 2008 63,775 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 37,235 miles

front pads appear low n/s - o/s

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge (195/55x16)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 36,978 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

cuts in tread of offside rear tyre.

uneven wear on both front tyres.

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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MF54 JRZ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MF54 JRZ, 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 MF54 JRZ registered?

MF54 JRZ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is MF54 JRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF54 JRZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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