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S26 WWC

2004 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

67,747 mi
Last recorded67,747 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 WWC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 67,747 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 66,003 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2025 65,997 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 60,788 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 55,448 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 46,849 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 37,202 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass slight damage. (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 29,503 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 16,710 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 16,519 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 16,292 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 15,982 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 15,656 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 15,385 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,807 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 11 Aug 2011 13,935 miles

O/s/f tyre has cuts o tyre tread

Pass 10 Aug 2010 12,732 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 11,605 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,713 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 7,144 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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S26 WWC is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 S26 WWC, 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

How do I check the history of S26 WWC?

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What year was S26 WWC registered?

S26 WWC is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is S26 WWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 WWC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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