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AV54 SYP

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

71,500 mi
Last recorded71,500 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 SYP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2020 71,500 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 63,246 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 54,619 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 53,023 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 51,029 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2015 49,082 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 46,467 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 43,439 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 38,416 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 38,416 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 32,739 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 28,489 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 24,769 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 14,524 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)

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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AV54 SYP is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AV54 SYP, 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 AV54 SYP registered?

AV54 SYP is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 6 October 2004.

Is AV54 SYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 SYP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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