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EF54 KFW

2004 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,312 mi
Last recorded136,312 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 KFW
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 136,312 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2015 136,312 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2014 130,775 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 126,001 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 117,772 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 107,441 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

o/s/f side light dim

Pass 5 Oct 2011 107,441 miles

o/s/f side light dim

Pass 24 Sep 2010 97,920 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 85,729 miles

n/s/f tyre low outer edge +n/s mirror brokern

Pass 18 Sep 2008 74,140 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 60,371 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 60,371 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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EF54 KFW is a 2004 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EF54 KFW, 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 EF54 KFW registered?

EF54 KFW is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is EF54 KFW safe to buy?

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