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KU04 KGW

2004 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,583 mi
Last recorded26,583 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU04 KGW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 26,583 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 25,351 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 25,101 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 24,922 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 24,460 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 22,965 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 21,696 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 18,644 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 17,508 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 16,945 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 15,234 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 13,047 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 13,047 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2007 11,284 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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KU04 KGW is a 2004 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KU04 KGW, 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

How do I check the history of KU04 KGW?

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What year was KU04 KGW registered?

KU04 KGW is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is KU04 KGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU04 KGW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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