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SP54 VFF

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,336 mi
Last recorded26,336 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 VFF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 26,336 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 26,329 miles

Wheel bearing has excessive play front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2025 25,865 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 24,908 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 22,766 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 21,107 miles

brake failure light on

Pass 12 Jun 2020 20,267 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 17,749 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 17,659 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2018 15,185 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 15,071 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 14,714 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 14,378 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 14,322 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 13,798 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 13,094 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 12,145 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 10,537 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 7,970 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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SP54 VFF 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 SP54 VFF, 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 SP54 VFF registered?

SP54 VFF is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 October 2004.

Is SP54 VFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP54 VFF 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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