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SL54 KTF

2004 BMW 120

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,515 mi
Last recorded60,515 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 KTF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 60,515 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2020 60,515 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 32,719 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 30,399 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 28,505 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear at axel (3.6.B.4e)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

steering lock faulty

Pass 20 Sep 2016 27,359 miles

steering lock faulty

Pass 2 Sep 2015 24,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 23,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Sep 2013 22,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 22,114 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 21,242 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 21,242 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 19,461 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 17,433 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 16,517 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 15,208 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 12,792 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 11,330 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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SL54 KTF is a 2004 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol 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 SL54 KTF, 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 SL54 KTF registered?

SL54 KTF is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is SL54 KTF safe to buy?

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