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FG54 FPT

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

90,247 mi
Last recorded90,247 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG54 FPT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 90,247 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2025 90,238 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 87,577 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 85,889 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 85,889 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 83,874 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 81,404 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2021 81,404 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 78,333 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 75,602 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 71,618 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 67,655 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing

Fail 5 Jul 2017 67,655 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear tyre wearing

Pass 6 Jul 2016 63,908 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 59,723 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 55,326 miles

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

rear washer inoperative

Pass 17 Jul 2013 49,759 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 45,252 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 41,675 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 36,444 miles

rear brake pads over half worn

Pass 28 Jul 2009 32,118 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 26,751 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 26,747 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 22,076 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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FG54 FPT is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FG54 FPT, 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 FG54 FPT registered?

FG54 FPT is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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