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HO04 JEF

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,648 mi
Last recorded96,648 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHO04 JEF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 96,648 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 91,926 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 86,690 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 77,767 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 69,670 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 58,923 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2010 49,798 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 37,671 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 26,994 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 19,525 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 19,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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HO04 JEF is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HO04 JEF, 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 HO04 JEF registered?

HO04 JEF is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is HO04 JEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HO04 JEF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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