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FP54 ACY

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

51,967 mi
Last recorded51,967 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 ACY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 51,967 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 51,961 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 48,427 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 47,927 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 47,041 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 47,041 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2016 45,597 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 43,503 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 41,222 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 39,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2012 37,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

warning lights on dashboard are on tyre and brake

Pass 22 Oct 2011 32,858 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 28,795 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 26,109 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 22,911 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 22,910 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 17,652 miles

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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FP54 ACY is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FP54 ACY, 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 FP54 ACY registered?

FP54 ACY is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is FP54 ACY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 ACY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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