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YW04 GXU

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,160 mi
Last recorded84,160 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW04 GXU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 84,160 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 77,995 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 72,562 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 70,268 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 70,268 miles

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 70,152 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2012 49,193 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 46,594 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 22 Oct 2010 41,799 miles

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 28 Sep 2009 38,487 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 38,487 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 36,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 32,857 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2007 32,857 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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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YW04 GXU is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YW04 GXU, 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 YW04 GXU registered?

YW04 GXU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 17 August 2004.

Is YW04 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW04 GXU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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