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RN54 PHZ

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

142,125 mi
Last recorded142,125 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN54 PHZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 142,125 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 140,094 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/r upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 139,930 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r upper inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 118,492 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 112,141 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 108,724 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear ()

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

TPMS warning on

both front brake hoses perishing

front brake pads wearing low

Fail 12 Oct 2017 108,724 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear ()

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

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

TPMS warning on

both front brake hoses perishing

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 2 Sep 2016 100,796 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 93,606 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 86,012 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)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 78,467 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 72,862 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 69,136 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 61,656 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 53,586 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 53,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 41,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 28,396 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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RN54 PHZ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RN54 PHZ, 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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RN54 PHZ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 22 December 2004.

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