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LD54 NZP

2004 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

45,422 mi
Last recorded45,422 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 NZP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 45,422 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 39,614 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 33,061 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 25,772 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 18,793 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 17,714 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 17,522 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 16,223 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 16,223 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 15,725 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 13,500 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 12,409 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2015 10,725 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 9,400 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 14 Mar 2013 7,655 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 6,129 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 5,816 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 5,816 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 5,167 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 5,167 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 4,698 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 3,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 3,303 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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LD54 NZP is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LD54 NZP, 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

How do I check the history of LD54 NZP?

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What year was LD54 NZP registered?

LD54 NZP is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is LD54 NZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD54 NZP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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