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SM54 NPO

2004 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,680 mi
Last recorded80,680 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 NPO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2015 80,680 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 79,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2013 73,026 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 65,757 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 58,975 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 51,704 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 44,465 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 37,121 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

osf nsf brake flexi hose perished

osr brake disc pitted

Pass 12 Nov 2007 30,636 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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SM54 NPO is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM54 NPO, 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 SM54 NPO registered?

SM54 NPO is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 16 November 2004.

Is SM54 NPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 NPO shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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