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BL54 DYF

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,833 mi
Last recorded121,833 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 DYF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 121,833 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 111,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 97,979 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 90,419 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 86,103 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 81,978 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres old and cracking

Pass 19 Apr 2016 76,775 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 70,342 miles

nearside front tyre cut on outer wall not through to cords

Pass 14 May 2014 65,444 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 63,262 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

n/s/f brake flexi hose cracked

wipers starting to smear

Pass 4 May 2013 58,468 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 51,836 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 51,836 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 20 Apr 2011 40,481 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 35,175 miles

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

engin leaking oil

Pass 5 May 2009 28,177 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 24,276 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 17,558 miles

rear tyres wearin g on inner edges

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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BL54 DYF is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BL54 DYF, 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 BL54 DYF registered?

BL54 DYF is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 December 2004.

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The MOT history for BL54 DYF shows 18 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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