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B18 OLT

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,436 mi
Last recorded7,436 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 OLT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 7,436 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 7,426 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 7,416 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 7,381 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 7,168 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 7,102 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 7,093 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 7,077 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 7,012 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 6,831 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 6,769 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 6,675 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 5,253 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 4,877 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 4,587 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 4,385 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 4,152 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 3,991 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 3,474 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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B18 OLT is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B18 OLT, 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 B18 OLT?

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What year was B18 OLT registered?

B18 OLT is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 13 September 2004.

Is B18 OLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 OLT shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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