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PL04 AFA

2004 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,665 mi
Last recorded25,665 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 AFA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 25,665 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,649 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 25,566 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 25,361 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 25,345 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 24,667 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 23,070 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 20,942 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 20,674 miles

Front Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

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

Pass 14 May 2007 17,956 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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PL04 AFA is a 2004 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PL04 AFA, 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 PL04 AFA registered?

PL04 AFA is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 May 2004.

Is PL04 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL04 AFA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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