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WG54 OTE

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,479 mi
Last recorded83,479 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG54 OTE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 83,479 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 81,541 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 79,757 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 78,673 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 76,388 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 76,388 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 74,742 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 72,557 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Jan 2016 70,800 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 69,178 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 67,158 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 65,310 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 63,718 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 62,194 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 57,021 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 50,688 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 46,219 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 46,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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WG54 OTE is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 WG54 OTE, 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 WG54 OTE registered?

WG54 OTE is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 18 December 2004.

Is WG54 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG54 OTE 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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