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KO04 EWV

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

43,711 mi
Last recorded43,711 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO04 EWV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 43,711 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 43,709 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 43,485 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 43,026 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 40,400 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 39,279 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 38,871 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 36,876 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 32,057 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 28,826 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 27,008 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 24,505 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 24,505 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 18,508 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 17,407 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 11,646 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,233 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 10,022 miles

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

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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KO04 EWV is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KO04 EWV, 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 KO04 EWV registered?

KO04 EWV is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 August 2004.

Is KO04 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO04 EWV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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