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SM54 YGE

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,474 mi
Last recorded102,474 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 YGE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 102,474 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 94,126 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 93,522 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 91,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2013 91,042 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 82,580 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre worn on inner sidewall

Pass 27 Oct 2011 74,025 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 69,676 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 69,676 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 61,981 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 51,322 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 38,904 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 38,904 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 YGE is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YGE, 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.

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What year was SM54 YGE registered?

SM54 YGE is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is SM54 YGE safe to buy?

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