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KH54 RRU

2004 BMW 120

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

48,328 mi
Last recorded48,328 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH54 RRU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 48,328 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 48,306 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 42,243 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 42,243 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 36,011 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 29,827 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 21,931 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 18,157 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2018 15,904 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 15,884 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 15,697 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 14,817 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 14,759 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 14,610 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 14,446 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 13,592 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 11,356 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 9,616 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 8,920 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 8,920 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 RRU is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RRU, 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 RRU registered?

KH54 RRU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is KH54 RRU safe to buy?

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