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RA54 XHY

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

106,704 mi
Last recorded106,704 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 XHY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 106,704 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 96,248 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 84,254 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Power steering reservoir (Borderline) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Borderline (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Borderline (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 80,706 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing ring perished/cracked but remains effective at time of test

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Advise full clean & re-check for source(s) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 80,706 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing ring perished/cracked but remains effective at time of test

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Advise full clean & re-check for source(s) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 75,585 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 68,616 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 61,143 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 54,530 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 47,821 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 40,511 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 30,086 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 26,292 miles

wipers smearing but cleering screen

Pass 28 Oct 2010 21,421 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 17,802 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 12,028 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 10,034 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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RA54 XHY is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RA54 XHY, 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 RA54 XHY registered?

RA54 XHY is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 26 November 2004.

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