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FG04 XLA

2004 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

53,243 mi
Last recorded53,243 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 XLA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 53,243 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 53,063 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2023 52,091 miles

sump gaurd slightly loose

Pass 27 Apr 2022 51,150 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 49,745 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

rear tyre has slight cracking

Pass 20 May 2019 45,497 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 40,303 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 34,743 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 30,766 miles

Rear tyre squared off

Fail 5 Jul 2016 30,766 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear tyre squared off

Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,038 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 29,028 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 23,293 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 22,235 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 17,979 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 14,715 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 13,049 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 10,798 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 10,798 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 9,695 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 8,218 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 5,760 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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FG04 XLA is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FG04 XLA, 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 FG04 XLA registered?

FG04 XLA is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is FG04 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG04 XLA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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