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AP04 VKG

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,629 mi
Last recorded21,629 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 VKG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 21,629 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 21,629 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 May 2011 21,519 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 21,312 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 19,563 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 18,242 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 16,352 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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AP04 VKG is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 26,760 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP04 VKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP04 VKG registered?

AP04 VKG is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is AP04 VKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP04 VKG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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