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FV54 HWM

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

111,999 mi
Last recorded111,999 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 HWM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2019 111,999 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil leaks risk of fire smoke coming from engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame likely to become detached rear sub-frame corroded large holes (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 107,489 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 97,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit and slick on edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

exhaust center pipe to cat mounting flange nuts badly corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2017 97,976 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated see advisorys (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated see advisorys (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/5516 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded securing nut to hose corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit and slick on edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded securing nut to hose corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

exhaust center pipe to cat mounting flange nuts badly corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2016 84,454 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 76,714 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 76,714 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 68,709 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 59,818 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 51,759 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear discs scored

Fail 18 Aug 2012 51,759 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear discs scored

Pass 16 Aug 2011 48,531 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 46,441 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 37,642 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 36,482 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 30,265 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 23,003 miles

Nearside Rear 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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FV54 HWM is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV54 HWM, 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.

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What year was FV54 HWM registered?

FV54 HWM is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is FV54 HWM safe to buy?

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