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FE54 KVM

2004 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,891 mi
Last recorded43,891 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE54 KVM
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 43,891 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Worn unevenly across surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad backing is excessively corroded

Rear Gaiter between swingarm and final drive is split and no longer prevents ingress of dirt to the drive shaft

Fail 11 Jun 2025 43,891 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Worn unevenly across surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad backing is excessively corroded

Rear Gaiter between swingarm and final drive is split and no longer prevents ingress of dirt to the drive shaft

Pass 11 May 2024 43,020 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 40,892 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 40,776 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 38,408 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 38,390 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 37,292 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 37,292 miles

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation Rear lever sticking so light switch sticking on (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 35,942 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 32,404 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 29,448 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,719 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 20,053 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 17,497 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 14,600 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,149 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 8,788 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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FE54 KVM is a 2004 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FE54 KVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE54 KVM registered?

FE54 KVM is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 September 2004.

Is FE54 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE54 KVM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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