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HK04 KVR

2004 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,181 mi
Last recorded144,181 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK04 KVR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 144,181 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 140,851 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 135,302 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 129,704 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 124,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak engine area

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 28 Jan 2014 114,925 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre perished and worn on edges

o/s/f tyre worn badly on inner edge. advise replacement asap

rear diff oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2013 107,253 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

air bag light on

n/s diff output shaft seal leaking

Pass 18 Feb 2012 101,225 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

air bag/SRS light on

Pass 26 Feb 2011 94,527 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 94,527 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 90,305 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 83,885 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 76,303 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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HK04 KVR is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 99,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK04 KVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK04 KVR registered?

HK04 KVR is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 4 May 2004.

Is HK04 KVR safe to buy?

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