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OV54 ESO

2004 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,715 mi
Last recorded24,715 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 ESO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2025 24,715 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 24,573 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 22,456 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 19,226 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 19,095 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 18,705 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,518 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 16,583 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 12,959 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 9,058 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 8,882 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 8,576 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 8,432 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 8,168 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 7,734 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 7,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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OV54 ESO is a 2004 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OV54 ESO, 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

How do I check the history of OV54 ESO?

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What year was OV54 ESO registered?

OV54 ESO is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is OV54 ESO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV54 ESO shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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