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KB54 JKX

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,070 mi
Last recorded72,070 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB54 JKX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 72,070 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 63,197 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 49,417 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 49,407 miles

Nearside Outer Upper Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 40,559 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 30,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 30,829 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 16,095 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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KB54 JKX is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 96,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KB54 JKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KB54 JKX registered?

KB54 JKX is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is KB54 JKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB54 JKX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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