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LC53 ZVN

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,634 mi
Last recorded32,634 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 ZVN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 32,634 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 32,334 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 32,323 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 31,147 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 30,346 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 29,154 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 1.0mm in places. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2021 29,039 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Centre of tyre. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 28,807 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 26,573 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 May 2018 23,571 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 23,275 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 23,096 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 22,547 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 22,386 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 22,386 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 22,113 miles

fuel cap surround corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2011 19,925 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 19,072 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 19,072 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

front pads corroded (advise remove inspect)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 17,251 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 11,757 miles

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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LC53 ZVN is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LC53 ZVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC53 ZVN registered?

LC53 ZVN is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 January 2004.

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The MOT history for LC53 ZVN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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