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A304 JGW

2000 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,226 mi
Last recorded140,226 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW K Series33,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA304 JGW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 140,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2017 131,651 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 124,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2015 116,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2014 102,347 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2013 86,585 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 75,406 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 52,280 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 47,349 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 47,349 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 46,132 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2008 46,123 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2007 39,193 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2006 38,676 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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A304 JGW is a 2000 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 33,457 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A304 JGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 26 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A304 JGW registered?

A304 JGW is a 2000 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 February 2000.

Is A304 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A304 JGW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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