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RE54 GVF

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,485 mi
Last recorded42,485 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE54 GVF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 42,485 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 41,111 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 38,010 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 37,717 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 37,568 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 37,381 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 37,366 miles

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 36,848 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 36,095 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 36,093 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 33,675 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 30,846 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 29,072 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 29,055 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2013 25,543 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 25,543 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 22,196 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 21,371 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 17,711 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 13,880 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 8,129 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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RE54 GVF is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RE54 GVF, 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 RE54 GVF registered?

RE54 GVF is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is RE54 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE54 GVF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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