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VK54 UTR

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,209 mi
Last recorded102,209 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK54 UTR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 102,209 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 98,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 94,884 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 90,790 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 90,790 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 84,109 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 78,980 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 74,066 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2009 71,247 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 67,424 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 62,323 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 62,323 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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VK54 UTR is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey 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 VK54 UTR, 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 UTR registered?

VK54 UTR is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is VK54 UTR safe to buy?

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