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YB04 NUJ

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

73,039 mi
Last recorded73,039 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 NUJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 73,039 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 72,439 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2025 72,439 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working Only one stop lamp bulb operating (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 70,670 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 70,035 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 70,035 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 69,572 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 69,165 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2020 69,165 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 65,815 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 63,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 58,707 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 56,180 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 55,278 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 51,263 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Oct 2014 51,263 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 43,167 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 35,030 miles

Slight wear in floating rear brake disc rotors

Pass 30 Jun 2011 34,985 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 33,898 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 32,213 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 26,287 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 19,309 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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YB04 NUJ is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YB04 NUJ, 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 YB04 NUJ registered?

YB04 NUJ is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 July 2004.

Is YB04 NUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB04 NUJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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