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DX54 ZGC

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,208 mi
Last recorded128,208 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 ZGC
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 128,208 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 121,697 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

covers & shields fitted

rear coil spring slightly corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2016 115,618 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

both offside tyre outer sidewalls damaged

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

wipers poor

Pass 18 Sep 2015 111,680 miles

both front brake hoses slightly perished

Pass 13 Sep 2014 107,592 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Sep 2013 105,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2013 105,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2012 101,398 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2011 88,332 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on the inner and outer edge

nearside rear tyre has small cut on the outer wall

offside front tyre worn on the outer edge

Pass 30 Sep 2010 75,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Sep 2009 70,465 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 59,076 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 59,076 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 50,245 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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DX54 ZGC is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DX54 ZGC, 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.

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What year was DX54 ZGC registered?

DX54 ZGC is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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