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CJ53 BUA

2004 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

37,667 mi
Last recorded37,667 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ53 BUA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 37,667 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 37,371 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 37,003 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 35,073 miles

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 3,507 miles

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

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 33,032 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 29,090 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 29,088 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 24,544 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 24,544 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 17,670 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,363 miles

Rear drive oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2007 13,169 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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CJ53 BUA is a 2004 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CJ53 BUA, 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 CJ53 BUA registered?

CJ53 BUA is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 February 2004.

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