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GL54 LCU

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

141,974 mi
Last recorded141,974 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 LCU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 141,974 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 131,845 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f suspensions legs slighty misty

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres wearing on the outside edges

Pass 7 Aug 2018 128,939 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE BROKEN

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 122,588 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 122,588 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 108,837 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 94,630 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 94,627 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 80,476 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 77,516 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 70,382 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 63,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

brake warning light on

Pass 28 Feb 2012 63,660 miles

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

brake warning light on

Pass 25 Jan 2011 52,038 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 42,564 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 33,831 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 23,953 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 LCU 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 GL54 LCU, 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 LCU registered?

GL54 LCU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 22 December 2004.

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