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S5 JVR

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,682 mi
Last recorded57,682 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 JVR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 57,682 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 29 Nov 2014 52,813 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on edges

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Dec 2013 47,403 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 8 Dec 2012 42,919 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 42,919 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 38,497 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 31,634 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Dec 2009 24,978 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 18,328 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 16,268 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 16,268 miles

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

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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S5 JVR is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S5 JVR, 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 S5 JVR registered?

S5 JVR is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is S5 JVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 JVR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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