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RY54 WVB

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

214,412 mi
Last recorded214,412 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 WVB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2021 214,412 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 214,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 199,352 miles

all shock absorbers in poor operational condition.

Pass 6 Jul 2018 189,323 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 181,410 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 181,410 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 171,313 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 160,162 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 160,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 154,594 miles

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

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 8 Jul 2013 136,624 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 125,251 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 115,496 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 105,622 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 89,648 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 74,481 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)

plastic engine covers fitted

under body plastic covers fitted

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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RY54 WVB is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RY54 WVB, 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 RY54 WVB registered?

RY54 WVB is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 21 December 2004.

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