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HC04 CFN

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,305 mi
Last recorded138,305 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC04 CFN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 138,305 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 136,182 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 125,172 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 5 Apr 2018 125,171 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 117,962 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 106,001 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 99,567 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 92,787 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slightly binding n/s/r brake

Pass 22 Mar 2013 86,509 miles

Brake warning light on

Fail 18 Mar 2013 86,497 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 81,852 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Service/maintenance light on

brake warning lamp on

low tyre pressure light on

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 30 Mar 2011 74,808 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 74,789 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

n/s/f low brake pad sensor hanging loose

Pass 19 Aug 2009 55,738 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 38,298 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 38,298 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 15,517 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 15,314 miles

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)

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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HC04 CFN is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HC04 CFN, 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 HC04 CFN registered?

HC04 CFN is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 20 August 2004.

Is HC04 CFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC04 CFN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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