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K12 DDD

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

42,358 mi
Last recorded42,358 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 DDD
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2023 42,358 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2018 42,199 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 41,812 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016 41,812 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 39,561 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 38,268 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2011 36,507 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 36,502 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2010 32,690 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 23,560 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 14,957 miles

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

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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K12 DDD is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 K12 DDD, 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 K12 DDD registered?

K12 DDD is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is K12 DDD safe to buy?

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