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VK54 DTV

2004 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,787 mi
Last recorded128,787 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK54 DTV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014 128,787 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 115,036 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 103,310 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Dec 2011 103,310 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 92,175 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 82,718 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 71,475 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 69,430 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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VK54 DTV is a 2004 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VK54 DTV, 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 VK54 DTV registered?

VK54 DTV is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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