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TC54 LAC

2004 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

184,664 mi
Last recorded184,664 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTC54 LAC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2022 184,664 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Jan 2022 184,599 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Dec 2021 184,353 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 180,474 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Dec 2020 180,474 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Dec 2019 173,914 miles

Nearside Front Sight play

Pass 21 Dec 2018 163,103 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 150,590 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 137,981 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 126,552 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 114,959 miles

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 23 Dec 2013 102,727 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 91,837 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 81,964 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 71,402 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 60,417 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 50,324 miles

both o/s and n/s front tyres starting to wear on outer edges

Pass 4 Dec 2007 39,725 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 39,708 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 39,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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TC54 LAC 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 80%.

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 TC54 LAC, 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 TC54 LAC registered?

TC54 LAC is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 7 October 2004.

Is TC54 LAC safe to buy?

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