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RX54 XYU

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

160,372 mi
Last recorded160,372 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 XYU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 160,372 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 148,785 miles

brake pad warning light illuminated

Pass 23 May 2016 140,180 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 135,894 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 128,795 miles

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

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

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

n/s/r brake slight bind

Pass 20 May 2013 120,232 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 120,138 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2012 112,079 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 103,484 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 92,680 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 92,605 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 19 Jun 2009 84,552 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 81,443 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 64,656 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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RX54 XYU is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RX54 XYU, 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 RX54 XYU registered?

RX54 XYU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 4 October 2004.

Is RX54 XYU safe to buy?

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