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SL54 AUP

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,418 mi
Last recorded118,418 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 AUP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 118,418 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 105,834 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 105,905 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 83,243 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 83,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 76,214 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 64,792 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 64,337 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 52,380 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 45,659 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 65,901 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 37,775 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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SL54 AUP is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SL54 AUP, 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 SL54 AUP registered?

SL54 AUP is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 September 2004.

Is SL54 AUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL54 AUP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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