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CX04 GSU

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,403 mi
Last recorded54,403 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX04 GSU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 54,403 miles

Front tyre cracking/starting to perish

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 52,515 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 52,512 miles

Brake performance not tested due to rear pads. (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 50,371 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2020 50,371 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Oct 2020 50,368 miles

Central Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 47,512 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 43,822 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Rear drive box pivot has some side to side play (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 38,101 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 36,414 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 35,480 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 34,524 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 33,290 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 32,521 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,619 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 30,536 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 29,152 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 27,974 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 25,061 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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CX04 GSU is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CX04 GSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX04 GSU registered?

CX04 GSU is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is CX04 GSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX04 GSU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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