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AY04 EYR

2004 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,574 mi
Last recorded86,574 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 EYR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 86,574 miles

Brake warning light flashing at time of test

Fork dust seals perished

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Throttle grip worn / perished

Pass 5 Apr 2022 86,547 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

gear lever broken and modified

steering damper very heavy operation

Pass 5 Jan 2021 86,042 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 85,931 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 85,931 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 83,331 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 78,053 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 76,834 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit maximum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2015 74,747 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 73,061 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 73,052 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear carrying rack mounts loose

Pannier mounts worn to excess

Pass 13 Mar 2013 69,394 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 66,454 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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AY04 EYR is a 2004 BMW K Series in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 24,641 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 AY04 EYR, 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 22 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY04 EYR registered?

AY04 EYR is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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