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FY54 SYE

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,897 mi
Last recorded59,897 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 SYE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2024 59,897 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 59,185 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 58,771 miles

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

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

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

light corrosion all around vehicle

Pass 21 Sep 2021 58,453 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 57,854 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 56,961 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 55,124 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 52,136 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 49,063 miles

Both Front Tyres Wearing on Outer Edge

Rear Tyre 2/3mm

Pass 27 Aug 2015 45,383 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 41,248 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 38,173 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 32,741 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 28,375 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 23,250 miles

Advise front tyres worn outer edge

Pass 18 Aug 2009 16,212 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,865 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 7,198 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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FY54 SYE is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY54 SYE, 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 FY54 SYE registered?

FY54 SYE is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is FY54 SYE safe to buy?

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