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DA04 YPU

2004 BMW R Series

Bronze Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,517 mi
Last recorded14,517 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA04 YPU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 14,517 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2021 14,078 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 13,718 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 12,765 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 11,977 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 11,637 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 11,616 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2016 10,821 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 10,158 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 9,298 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 8,849 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 8,175 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

headlamp glass cracked

Pass 13 Nov 2010 7,265 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 5,467 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 4,473 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 3,278 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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DA04 YPU is a 2004 BMW R Series in Bronze with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DA04 YPU, 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 DA04 YPU registered?

DA04 YPU is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is DA04 YPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA04 YPU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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