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WA54 SXE

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,365 mi
Last recorded89,365 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 SXE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 89,365 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 85,423 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 82,629 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 72,246 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Apr 2019 72,245 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 70,736 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Apr 2017 69,220 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 64,581 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 64,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 53,759 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 41,864 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 37,040 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 32,068 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 26,577 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 19,992 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 15,143 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 10,406 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 10,035 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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WA54 SXE is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WA54 SXE, 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 WA54 SXE registered?

WA54 SXE is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is WA54 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA54 SXE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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