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OW04 KTF

2004 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,836 mi
Last recorded47,836 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW04 KTF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 47,836 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 47,534 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2025 47,523 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2024 46,990 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2023 44,353 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 39,889 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 39,259 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 38,770 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured at 1 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2015 31,953 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 31,785 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 27,989 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 27,764 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 25,146 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 24,236 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 21,615 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 27 May 2008 18,660 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 11,351 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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OW04 KTF 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 94.1%.

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 OW04 KTF, 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 OW04 KTF registered?

OW04 KTF is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is OW04 KTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW04 KTF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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