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RK54 TUO

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

58,831 mi
Last recorded58,831 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 TUO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 58,831 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 57,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 57,919 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 54,430 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2023 54,430 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 52,890 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 52,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 51,767 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2021 51,739 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 May 2020 51,030 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 48,869 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 47,106 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Nov 2016 45,067 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 43,397 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 41,354 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 38,362 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 34,879 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 30,414 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 27,022 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 27,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2009 22,131 miles

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

near side and offside rear tyres are worn down to wear bars

Pass 8 Jan 2008 17,643 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 14,089 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 TUO is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RK54 TUO, 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 TUO registered?

RK54 TUO is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is RK54 TUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK54 TUO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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