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K10 KAO

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

14,738 mi
Last recorded14,738 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK10 KAO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 14,738 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 13,648 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 13,164 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 12,810 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 12,152 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 11,370 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 11,370 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 10,713 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 10,194 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 9,769 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 9,195 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 8,684 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 8,622 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 7,453 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 6,833 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 6,209 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 5,432 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 4,313 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 3,347 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 1,752 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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K10 KAO is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 26,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K10 KAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K10 KAO registered?

K10 KAO is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 May 2004.

Is K10 KAO safe to buy?

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