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RF54 VWK

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

122,498 mi
Last recorded122,498 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 VWK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 122,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 118,342 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 118,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 115,485 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 112,525 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 108,219 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 101,201 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 97,579 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 91,979 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2013 82,790 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Oct 2012 74,108 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 74,108 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 61,446 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 61,446 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 37,550 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 32,010 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 24,271 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 14,937 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 14,910 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 VWK is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RF54 VWK, 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 VWK registered?

RF54 VWK is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 4 November 2004.

Is RF54 VWK safe to buy?

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