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DF04 NRL

2004 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,524 mi
Last recorded51,524 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 NRL
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 51,524 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 48,288 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 47,221 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 47,208 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 45,663 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 44,781 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 44,110 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 42,970 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 41,103 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 38,298 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 35,736 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,685 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 25,682 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 25,682 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 22,068 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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DF04 NRL is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 26,224 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 R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF04 NRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF04 NRL registered?

DF04 NRL is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 26 July 2004.

Is DF04 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF04 NRL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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