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SF54 YPM

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,096 mi
Last recorded75,096 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 YPM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 75,096 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 70,366 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 66,472 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 64,453 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 60,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 57,761 miles

front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Jun 2017 45,589 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 45,523 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 37,356 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 26,846 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 20,431 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 20 Nov 2012 12,703 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 11,218 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 9,818 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 8,626 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 6,650 miles

damage to n/s front wing

warning light staying on

Pass 3 Dec 2007 5,114 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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SF54 YPM is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SF54 YPM, 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 SF54 YPM registered?

SF54 YPM is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 22 December 2004.

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