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FP54 GBO

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

127,001 mi
Last recorded127,001 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 127,001 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 118,962 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 108,979 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 101,217 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 101,217 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 95,159 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 86,646 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 77,329 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2008 67,706 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 67,706 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 60,062 miles

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

Offside 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 GBO is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FP54 GBO, 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 GBO registered?

FP54 GBO is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 2 November 2004.

Is FP54 GBO safe to buy?

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