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FH54 DXE

2004 BMW 120

Gold Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,237 mi
Last recorded79,237 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 DXE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 79,237 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 72,926 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 71,958 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 71,958 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 67,339 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2016 62,222 miles

Front Oil leak FROM ENGINE AREA ()

Pass 1 Sep 2015 55,816 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 52,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing Unevenly Bald

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

Offside Rear Tyre Wearing Unevenly Bald

Pass 20 Nov 2013 49,285 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 49,279 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 44,609 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 38,289 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 29,256 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 24,042 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 19,369 miles

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

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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FH54 DXE is a 2004 BMW 120 in Gold with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FH54 DXE, 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 FH54 DXE registered?

FH54 DXE is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is FH54 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 DXE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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