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AE54 XXA

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,496 mi
Last recorded53,496 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 XXA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 53,496 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 49,460 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 46,209 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 46,181 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 41,954 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 30,450 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 19,383 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 16,165 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 16,165 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AE54 XXA is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AE54 XXA, 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 XXA?

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What year was AE54 XXA registered?

AE54 XXA is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 21 September 2004.

Is AE54 XXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 XXA shows 9 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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