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KR54 TZK

2004 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

209,071 mi
Last recorded209,071 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 11896,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 TZK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 209,071 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 200,356 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 193,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front number plate cracked

Fail 5 Oct 2022 193,133 miles

Brake hose excessively chafed fouling on anti roll bar drop link (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front number plate cracked

Pass 2 Oct 2021 178,440 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak in engine bay everywhere (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2021 178,434 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both fronts discolored (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rears discolored (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rears (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre on 1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak in engine bay everywhere (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test removed air freshener from mirror ()

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 164,731 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 151,502 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 137,041 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 119,466 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 113,939 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 113,935 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2015 113,638 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Dec 2014 95,827 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 95,827 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 76,039 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still supported

Pass 13 Dec 2012 58,301 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2011 40,349 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 22,649 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 20 Nov 2009 20,270 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 17,307 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 14,053 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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KR54 TZK is a 2004 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KR54 TZK, 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 KR54 TZK registered?

KR54 TZK is a 2004 BMW 118, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is KR54 TZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR54 TZK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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