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GV54 OCA

2004 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,182 mi
Last recorded130,182 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 OCA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2015 130,182 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 109,558 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 97,514 miles

front flexi brake pipes starting to crack

rear brake pads at 3mm

Fail 8 Feb 2013 97,514 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

engine man light on

front flexi brake pipes starting to crack

rear brake pads at 3mm

track control light on

Pass 30 Jan 2012 95,590 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Nov 2010 88,752 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

child seats fitted to offside and nearside rear seats, seatbelts checked to the best of my ability

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

wipers noisy and juddering

Pass 30 Nov 2010 88,752 miles

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

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

child seats fitted to offside and nearside rear seats, seatbelts checked to the best of my ability

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

wipers noisy and juddering

Pass 10 Dec 2009 69,635 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Outer Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Dec 2008 57,703 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 40,397 miles

o/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

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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GV54 OCA is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV54 OCA, 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 GV54 OCA registered?

GV54 OCA is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 November 2004.

Is GV54 OCA safe to buy?

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