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RK54 DKU

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

150,243 mi
Last recorded150,243 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 DKU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 150,243 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 150,205 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 137,238 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 123,399 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 108,050 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 108,050 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 93,655 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 77,297 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 73,548 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 73,525 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 67,544 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 61,587 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high tone horn inop

Pass 14 Nov 2011 56,911 miles

front tyres worn

Pass 31 Aug 2010 44,829 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 40,293 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 33,475 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 23 Oct 2007 25,273 miles

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

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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RK54 DKU is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RK54 DKU, 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 RK54 DKU registered?

RK54 DKU is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 15 November 2004.

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The MOT history for RK54 DKU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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