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KC54 UFB

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,408 mi
Last recorded71,408 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC54 UFB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 71,408 miles

Warning light displayed on dash - "Brake Failure". However brakes working correctly at time of test.

Pass 2 Jul 2022 71,196 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 69,164 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 64,864 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 63,450 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 61,458 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 60,493 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 58,369 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2014 47,272 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 45,512 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 38,791 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 32,818 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 32,795 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 27,474 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 22,024 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 19,030 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 15,545 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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KC54 UFB is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KC54 UFB, 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.

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What year was KC54 UFB registered?

KC54 UFB is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 November 2004.

Is KC54 UFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC54 UFB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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