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WN54 VGX

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

157,063 mi
Last recorded157,063 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN54 VGX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 157,063 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 157,063 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 142,622 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle underbody corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2018 128,300 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 119,617 miles

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

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 119,617 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 109,636 miles

near side front flexi brake pipe perished

near side rear upper suspension arm inner bush worn

off side front shock absorber leaking

off side rear upper suspension arm inner bush worn

Pass 14 Oct 2015 102,504 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 102,503 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing wing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted both (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 95,219 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 89,261 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 77,777 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 69,262 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2009 58,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 58,577 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 45,857 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 39,814 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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WN54 VGX is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WN54 VGX, 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 WN54 VGX registered?

WN54 VGX is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 October 2004.

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