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M88 HRS

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,048 mi
Last recorded72,048 miles
Recorded on11 May 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 HRS
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2020 72,048 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 68,125 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 65,055 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 61,891 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 57,096 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 53,350 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2014 45,428 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 May 2014 45,428 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 40,511 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre cracking & worn on edge

o/s/r tyre cracking & worn on edge

Pass 3 May 2012 35,474 miles

front tyres worn on edge & cracking

rear tyres worn on edge & cracking

Pass 11 May 2011 32,094 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 28,663 miles

Slight kerb damage to n/s/f tyre

Pass 21 Oct 2009 27,781 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 23,203 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Oct 2007 18,795 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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M88 HRS is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M88 HRS, 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 M88 HRS registered?

M88 HRS is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is M88 HRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 HRS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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