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EF54 FCD

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

177,543 mi
Last recorded177,543 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 FCD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 177,543 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 175,662 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT BRAKE FLEXIHOSES STARTING TO CRACK

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

TPMS LIGHT ON

Fail 1 Dec 2020 175,650 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

ADVISE BOTH FRONT BRAKE FLEXIHOSES STARTING TO CRACK

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TPMS LIGHT ON

Pass 10 May 2019 173,947 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 171,265 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 164,040 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 156,444 miles

under trays fitted,obscuring some under side components

Pass 6 May 2015 146,186 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2014 135,382 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear indicators are slightly faded in colour

advise front brake disc are worn on inner face poss below min safety thickness

advise front brake pads are worn low

Pass 13 May 2013 124,980 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 114,170 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 104,434 miles

n/s and o/s rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Apr 2010 88,511 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 72,036 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 53,130 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 43,947 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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EF54 FCD is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EF54 FCD, 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 EF54 FCD registered?

EF54 FCD is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 6 December 2004.

Is EF54 FCD safe to buy?

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