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AY54 LHG

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,475 mi
Last recorded117,475 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 LHG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 117,475 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 113,244 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Jul 2017 113,244 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 111,038 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 111,018 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 107,444 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 103,831 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 100,055 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 91,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 91,396 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 79,452 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 64,629 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 57,952 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 51,183 miles

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

both front tyres worn on the outer and inner edges

Pass 9 Oct 2007 39,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AY54 LHG is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AY54 LHG, 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 AY54 LHG registered?

AY54 LHG is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 18 October 2004.

Is AY54 LHG safe to buy?

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