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YF54 EGV

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

57,986 mi
Last recorded57,986 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 EGV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 57,986 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 57,068 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 56,716 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 43,045 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 25,531 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 25,119 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 24,611 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 23,083 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 20,724 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 20,383 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 19,818 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 18,896 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 17,973 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 17,973 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 17,043 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 15,941 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 14,376 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 12,506 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 10,838 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 8,764 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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YF54 EGV is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YF54 EGV, 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 YF54 EGV registered?

YF54 EGV is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is YF54 EGV safe to buy?

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