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KH54 DCU

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,515 mi
Last recorded145,515 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH54 DCU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 145,515 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 134,749 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 128,186 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 128,185 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 125,029 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 115,720 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 100,427 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 89,911 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre edge has worn

Fail 9 Dec 2015 89,911 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner tyre edge has worn

Pass 8 Dec 2014 87,090 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 79,896 miles

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

nearside front tyre is worn on the outer edge.

Pass 29 Nov 2012 73,052 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2011 65,150 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 55,974 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,453 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 38,095 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 29,364 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 29,364 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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KH54 DCU is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue 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 KH54 DCU, 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 KH54 DCU registered?

KH54 DCU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is KH54 DCU safe to buy?

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