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AE54 XLN

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

155,479 mi
Last recorded155,479 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 XLN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 155,479 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 148,422 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 141,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 134,750 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 128,023 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2016 127,612 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 120,722 miles

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

child seats fitted

play in steering rack inner joints

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2014 114,532 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 107,727 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 100,498 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 86,487 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 78,002 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 63,066 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,784 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 29,676 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 23,805 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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AE54 XLN is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AE54 XLN, 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

How do I check the history of AE54 XLN?

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What year was AE54 XLN registered?

AE54 XLN is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is AE54 XLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 XLN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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