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VE54 HKC

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

151,234 mi
Last recorded151,234 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 HKC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 151,234 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 149,590 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 146,547 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 141,845 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 136,944 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 134,672 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 133,684 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 127,379 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 127,379 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 118,844 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 104,976 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 89,354 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 72,015 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 53,944 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 35,168 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 19,946 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 7,995 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 7,993 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 7,108 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 6,057 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 5,035 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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VE54 HKC is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 VE54 HKC, 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.

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What year was VE54 HKC registered?

VE54 HKC is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is VE54 HKC safe to buy?

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