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KV54 HFT

2004 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

75,003 mi
Last recorded75,003 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV54 HFT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 75,003 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 74,678 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 73,454 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 72,684 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 70,706 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 66,503 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 64,860 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 62,691 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 57,563 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 55,626 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 54,187 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear brake has slight binding

Pass 26 Jan 2011 44,111 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 40,161 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 40,052 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 36,573 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 29,920 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 29,920 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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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KV54 HFT is a 2004 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KV54 HFT, 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 KV54 HFT registered?

KV54 HFT is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is KV54 HFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV54 HFT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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