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FM04 BZC

2004 BMW R1100

Multi-colour Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

48,626 mi
Last recorded48,626 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R110018,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 BZC
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 48,626 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 48,127 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 46,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 43,841 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 41,524 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 22 Jul 2016 41,524 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Fail 21 Jul 2015 38,128 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 38,128 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 35,232 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 31,187 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 30,252 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 30,252 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 25,729 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 22,027 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 19,018 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,586 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 13,883 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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FM04 BZC is a 2004 BMW R1100 in Multi-colour with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 18,879 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM04 BZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM04 BZC registered?

FM04 BZC is a 2004 BMW R1100, first registered on 10 July 2004.

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The MOT history for FM04 BZC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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