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KB54 MTZ

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,214 mi
Last recorded126,214 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB54 MTZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2022 126,214 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 126,214 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 122,514 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 119,021 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 114,201 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2017 109,831 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 104,715 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 97,697 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 97,696 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 87,777 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 71,325 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 62,024 miles

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

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

front no plate damaged

Pass 23 May 2011 52,666 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 42,214 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 28,110 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 23,858 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 19,337 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2007 19,337 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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KB54 MTZ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KB54 MTZ, 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 KB54 MTZ registered?

KB54 MTZ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2004.

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