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RA54 XVN

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,750 mi
Last recorded97,750 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 XVN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 97,750 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 97,750 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 91,968 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

cuts in o/s/f tyre but not deep enough to reach ply cords

front number plate damaged

oil leak

Fail 25 Aug 2016 91,968 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

cuts in o/s/f tyre but not deep enough to reach ply cords

front number plate damaged

oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2015 81,515 miles

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust mount snapt but is supported

Pass 13 Aug 2014 75,185 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak around engine area

Pass 12 Aug 2013 69,557 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 64,134 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 56,269 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 50,676 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 45,028 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 37,663 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,416 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 XVN is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XVN, 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 RA54 XVN registered?

RA54 XVN is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is RA54 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA54 XVN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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