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GL54 DYH

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

91,075 mi
Last recorded91,075 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 DYH
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 91,075 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 88,950 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 85,887 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 82,272 miles

engine appears to have oil leaking.

Pass 14 Oct 2019 80,000 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 76,325 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 76,325 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 72,249 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 66,452 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 66,322 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 60,134 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 54,161 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 46,967 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 46,967 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 40,656 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 33,142 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 25,300 miles

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)

Offside 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)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 17,536 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 7,249 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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GL54 DYH is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GL54 DYH, 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 GL54 DYH registered?

GL54 DYH is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 27 November 2004.

Is GL54 DYH safe to buy?

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