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K12 WGM

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

62,286 mi
Last recorded62,286 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 62,286 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 57,287 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 44,239 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 44,069 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2018 29,359 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 29,356 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 28,770 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 28,144 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 27,380 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 24,844 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 23,012 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 23,012 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 19 Sep 2011 18,712 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 18,712 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 16,272 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 13,018 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 10,401 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 8,976 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 8,976 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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 WGM is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WGM, 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 WGM registered?

K12 WGM is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is K12 WGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 WGM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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