The road tax status for RY04 KWM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RY04 KWM?

The MOT for RY04 KWM is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RY04 KWM?

The recorded mileage for RY04 KWM is 87,702 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RY04 KWM ULEZ compliant?

No, RY04 KWM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does RY04 KWM have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, RY04 KWM is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Outstanding Recall

2004 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · RY04 KWM

RY04 KWM

2004 BMW 120 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 87,702 miles. MOT valid until 05 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 120
Year / Origin: 2004 · Reading
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 05 Aug 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 87,702 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

Diesel

Year

2004

Engine

1995cc

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RY04 KWM Key Findings

22 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
87,702 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT

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RY04 KWM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 11:31

MOT Analysis

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22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 120 (RY04 KWM) between May 2007 and August 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Windscreen (10 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 45 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge has a hole i”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn bald on edges inner edge badly worn (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn bald on edges inner edge more worn (5.2.3 (e))”.

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RY04 KWM Mileage History

22/05/200712,920 mi
18/06/200818,506 mi+5,586 mi
10/06/200923,815 mi+5,309 mi
15/06/201028,314 mi+4,499 mi
14/06/201133,398 mi+5,084 mi
14/06/201237,035 mi+3,637 mi
14/06/201237,035 mi
04/06/201340,402 mi+3,367 mi
13/06/201444,327 mi+3,925 mi
19/06/201547,855 mi+3,528 mi
17/06/201650,770 mi+2,915 mi
15/06/201753,722 mi+2,952 mi
04/06/201856,950 mi+3,228 mi
11/06/201960,187 mi+3,237 mi
12/06/201960,187 mi
12/06/202062,427 mi+2,240 mi
27/05/202163,626 mi+1,199 mi
15/06/202265,802 mi+2,176 mi
15/06/202369,603 mi+3,801 mi
24/06/202474,080 mi+4,477 mi
18/07/202580,050 mi+5,970 mi
07/08/202687,702 mi+7,652 mi

Average of roughly 3,893 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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