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RV54 FAJ

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

67,734 mi
Last recorded67,734 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 FAJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 67,734 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 67,565 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 66,833 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 66,428 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 65,982 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 64,572 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 60,834 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 54,513 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 49,145 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 49,145 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2014 44,674 miles

number plate light not working

Fail 22 Oct 2014 44,623 miles

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

number plate light not working

Pass 16 Nov 2013 38,406 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 3,210 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 2,404 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 22,095 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2009 20,504 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 17,023 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 12,688 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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RV54 FAJ is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RV54 FAJ, 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 RV54 FAJ registered?

RV54 FAJ is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 October 2004.

Is RV54 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV54 FAJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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