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YCZ 7878

2004 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,610 mi
Last recorded31,610 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCZ 7878
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 31,610 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2024 31,610 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 31,225 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2023 31,225 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2022 29,984 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 29,975 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements honey comb style back ground. (0.1 (d))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

center stand mounts cracked.

Pass 9 Apr 2021 27,500 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 24,563 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,486 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 21,938 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 20,679 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 30 Aug 2012 18,648 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 15,724 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 14,100 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 3,682 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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YCZ 7878 is a 2004 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YCZ 7878, 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 YCZ 7878 registered?

YCZ 7878 is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 October 2004.

Is YCZ 7878 safe to buy?

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