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HJ04 UWZ

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,175 mi
Last recorded81,175 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ04 UWZ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 81,175 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 80,332 miles

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

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

Rear Creak from caliper when brake applied

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play Play in paralever bearings (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 74,701 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Creak from rear caliper when brake operated

Fail 6 Oct 2016 74,701 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play Paralever (2.4.A2a(i))

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Creak from rear caliper when brake operated

Front suspension assembly component loose Lower yoke creaking (bolts slightly loose) (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 65,830 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 65,187 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 54,255 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 42,199 miles

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

Rear 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 7 Jun 2007 25,544 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 18,176 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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HJ04 UWZ is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HJ04 UWZ, 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 HJ04 UWZ registered?

HJ04 UWZ is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 April 2004.

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