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AK04 CHV

2004 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

51,426 mi
Last recorded51,426 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 CHV
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 51,426 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 51,425 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 50,881 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 49,747 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 48,810 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 48,271 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 48,271 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 44,888 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort on very limit (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 40,838 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 31,250 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 31,242 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 30,356 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 30,356 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 300,038 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 29,725 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 29,247 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,247 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 28,670 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 27,416 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 25,444 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 24,068 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 19,414 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 15,210 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 9,774 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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AK04 CHV is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK04 CHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK04 CHV registered?

AK04 CHV is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is AK04 CHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK04 CHV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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