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GV54 XSZ

2004 BMW 120

Gold Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

158,206 mi
Last recorded158,206 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 XSZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 158,206 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 158,206 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 156,704 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 145,802 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 135,748 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 124,294 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 112,691 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 101,512 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 97,311 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 87,367 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 78,453 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 74,696 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 72,901 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 66,699 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 62,278 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 56,176 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 48,165 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 48,165 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 35,708 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 19,109 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 17,406 miles

sideskirts fitted so unable to fully inspect sills, small chip in nearside of front screen, both rear tyres approaching limit (3.0mm), n/s/r tyre close to limit on edges (2.0mm) and both front tyres going bald on outer edge SIZE 20555R16V

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 XSZ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Gold with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XSZ, 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 XSZ registered?

GV54 XSZ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GV54 XSZ safe to buy?

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