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RY04 JKZ

2004 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

163,127 mi
Last recorded163,127 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY04 JKZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2022 163,127 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2020 159,367 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 155,121 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 150,002 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 145,828 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsf osf (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsr osr (3.6.B.4d)

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 141,231 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 133,072 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 120,058 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 109,004 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 98,757 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 86,757 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 63,294 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 49,723 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 38,057 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 38,057 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 37,463 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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RY04 JKZ is a 2004 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RY04 JKZ, 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.

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What year was RY04 JKZ registered?

RY04 JKZ is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 14 July 2004.

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