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BK54 KVZ

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,348 mi
Last recorded123,348 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 KVZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 123,348 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

osf tyes wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 18 Jun 2014 114,326 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 99,763 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 99,746 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 83,201 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 83,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 77,747 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 71,479 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 65,479 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 58,922 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 51,627 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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BK54 KVZ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BK54 KVZ, 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 BK54 KVZ registered?

BK54 KVZ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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The MOT history for BK54 KVZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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