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FG04 XKV

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

24,941 mi
Last recorded24,941 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 XKV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 24,941 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 24,752 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 24,752 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 22,575 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 22,390 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 21,133 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

headlight pattern weak

tyres unevenly worn

Pass 20 Apr 2016 17,814 miles

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

rear tyre stepped

Pass 11 May 2015 15,158 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,852 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 10,959 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 10,496 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 10,026 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2011 10,026 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 9,244 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 7,108 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 4,573 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 1,719 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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FG04 XKV is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FG04 XKV, 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 FG04 XKV registered?

FG04 XKV is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 May 2004.

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The MOT history for FG04 XKV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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