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MH54 HLR

2004 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,586 mi
Last recorded93,586 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH54 HLR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 93,586 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 90,144 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 9 Nov 2023 83,777 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 79,094 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2022 79,092 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2021 73,011 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 73,010 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 67,835 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 63,741 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 59,262 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 50,380 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 48,547 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 43,690 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 39,033 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 34,548 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 29,859 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 24,348 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2011 18,381 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 17,534 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 14,333 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 11,241 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 8,593 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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MH54 HLR is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 MH54 HLR, 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 MH54 HLR registered?

MH54 HLR is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 8 December 2004.

Is MH54 HLR safe to buy?

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