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FH54 HKM

2005 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

86,451 mi
Last recorded86,451 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 12092,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 HKM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 86,451 miles

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear subframe mount area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 83,289 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 80,261 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 77,818 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 68,136 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 68,136 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 58,988 miles

REAR EXHAUST BRACKRT BROCKEN

Fail 16 Jul 2021 58,988 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

REAR EXHAUST BRACKRT BROCKEN

Pass 23 Jan 2020 50,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 44,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 44,919 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 36,729 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 31,766 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 29,601 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 28,419 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 27,391 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 26,253 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 24,946 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 23,390 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 10 Dec 2009 21,116 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 18,827 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 16,575 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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FH54 HKM is a 2005 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 92,216 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 HKM, 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 21 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 HKM registered?

FH54 HKM is a 2005 BMW 120, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is FH54 HKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 HKM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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