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YE53 YWR

2004 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,401 mi
Last recorded23,401 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW K Series24,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 YWR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 23,401 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit, replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 21,845 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 20,520 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 19,112 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 19,102 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 17,590 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 16,907 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 16,136 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 15,844 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 15,351 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 15,061 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 14,253 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 13,875 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 12,986 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 11 May 2010 12,027 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 10,762 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 9,916 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 8,821 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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YE53 YWR is a 2004 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YE53 YWR, 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 YE53 YWR registered?

YE53 YWR is a 2004 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 February 2004.

Is YE53 YWR safe to buy?

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