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MW54 YVH

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

115,750 mi
Last recorded115,750 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW54 YVH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 115,750 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 115,365 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 110,021 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 110,021 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 102,413 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 102,378 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 87,781 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 82,127 miles

vehicle emissions slightly high

Pass 8 Sep 2016 78,361 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 75,654 miles

Nearside front tyre heavily worn on the outside shoulder

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2014 72,595 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 67,240 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 57,834 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 55,633 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 50,228 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 40,922 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 31,984 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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MW54 YVH is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MW54 YVH, 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 MW54 YVH registered?

MW54 YVH is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is MW54 YVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW54 YVH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MW54 YVH have outstanding finance?

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