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CA04 RUJ

2004 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

30,130 mi
Last recorded30,130 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 RUJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 30,130 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 28,398 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 28,398 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 26,052 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 25,264 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 24,967 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 23,996 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 23,684 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 23,319 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 22,583 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 21,834 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 21,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 May 2015 21,291 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2014 20,882 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 20,064 miles

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

number plate light not working

Fail 16 Jun 2012 18,920 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Side stand switch insecure (requires circlip)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 18,920 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Side stand switch insecure (requires circlip)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 18,173 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 17,505 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 16,696 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 15,314 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 May 2007 12,064 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2007 12,064 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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CA04 RUJ is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 CA04 RUJ, 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

How do I check the history of CA04 RUJ?

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What year was CA04 RUJ registered?

CA04 RUJ is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is CA04 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 RUJ 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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