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PJ04 YWB

2004 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,054 mi
Last recorded49,054 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ04 YWB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 49,054 miles

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively rear swing arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 48,941 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively rear swing arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2022 48,941 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively rear swing arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 48,866 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 48,761 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 48,497 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 48,334 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 48,031 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 47,942 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 47,942 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

brake warning light on

Pass 3 Jan 2013 47,580 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 43,023 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 32,858 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 22,194 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 11,580 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,790 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 8,241 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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PJ04 YWB is a 2004 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PJ04 YWB, 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.

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What year was PJ04 YWB registered?

PJ04 YWB is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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