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EO04 SFE

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,915 mi
Last recorded78,915 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO04 SFE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 78,915 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 76,761 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

poor pattern on headlight aim aftermarket bulb fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2024 76,761 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

poor pattern on headlight dip beam.

Pass 13 Jul 2022 72,479 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 69,965 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 68,406 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 65,443 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 64,435 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 60,435 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 59,241 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 57,444 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 54,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 51,650 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

handle bar in contact with screen right lock

lower front steering ball joint rubber split

Pass 6 Apr 2011 51,136 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 47,675 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 37,939 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 33,648 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 30,620 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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EO04 SFE is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EO04 SFE, 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 EO04 SFE registered?

EO04 SFE is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 22 April 2004.

Is EO04 SFE safe to buy?

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