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RF54 VJO

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

168,321 mi
Last recorded168,321 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 VJO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 168,321 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear exhast bracket broken

Pass 13 Mar 2020 159,642 miles

NSR + OSF tyre treads worn just above 1.6mm

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread 2mm and inner + outer edges worn

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 159,642 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

NSR + OSF tyre treads worn just above 1.6mm

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread 2mm and inner + outer edges worn

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 147,629 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 138,895 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 129,719 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 121,327 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 114,871 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 93,747 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

slight engine oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2014 93,747 miles

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

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

slight engine oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2013 86,404 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 80,646 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 70,491 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 65,088 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 54,998 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 47,087 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Apr 2008 47,087 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Apr 2007 36,985 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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RF54 VJO is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RF54 VJO, 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 RF54 VJO registered?

RF54 VJO is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 14 December 2004.

Is RF54 VJO safe to buy?

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