2004 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · DX54 YHF
2004 BMW 120 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 180,433 miles. MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 120
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,433 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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DX54 YHF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2024
- 180,433 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DX54 YHF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 120 (DX54 YHF) between October 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
DX54 YHF Mileage History
- 20/10/2022169,662 mi
- 13/10/2023175,439 mi+5,777 mi
- 21/10/2024180,433 mi+4,994 mi
Average of roughly 5,375 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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