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GN54 XSA

2004 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,060 mi
Last recorded118,060 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 XSA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2022 118,060 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 111,222 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 109,862 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 103,885 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 94,002 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 88,643 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 83,706 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2015 79,392 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 73,887 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 67,891 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 60,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2012 60,771 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2011 59,875 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 59,875 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 47,232 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 36,872 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,611 miles

Engine oil level is low

Pass 5 Jun 2007 15,208 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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GN54 XSA is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GN54 XSA, 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 GN54 XSA registered?

GN54 XSA is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is GN54 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN54 XSA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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