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PL04 VLT

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,241 mi
Last recorded46,241 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 VLT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 46,241 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 46,239 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 44,878 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 44,461 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 42,816 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 42,650 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2012 42,386 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 39,025 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 38,967 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 38,967 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 31,357 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 3,128 miles

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

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2008

Centre Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,906 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 VLT is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 PL04 VLT, 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 PL04 VLT registered?

PL04 VLT is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 June 2004.

Is PL04 VLT safe to buy?

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