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RK54 UAC

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

148,354 mi
Last recorded148,354 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 UAC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2023 148,354 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 144,252 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 139,721 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 133,288 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 129,894 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2018 125,196 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 125,187 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 120,136 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 109,582 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 91,300 miles

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

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)

Fail 7 Feb 2015 91,300 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 72,239 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 72,239 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Oil leak

offside front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 12 Feb 2013 65,594 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Feb 2013 62,528 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2012 53,194 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 53,194 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 44,695 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 34,086 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 23,469 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 22,562 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 15,823 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 UAC is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 UAC, 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 UAC registered?

RK54 UAC is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 3 September 2004.

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The MOT history for RK54 UAC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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