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RK54 TOV

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

136,462 mi
Last recorded136,462 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 TOV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 136,462 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S + O/S (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 110,578 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 85,019 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F Steering Arm Has Slight Play

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 110,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 58,449 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 51,594 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 51,594 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 44,610 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 40,998 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 31,596 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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RK54 TOV is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RK54 TOV, 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 RK54 TOV registered?

RK54 TOV is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 15 September 2004.

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