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FV04 CUA

2004 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

45,469 mi
Last recorded45,469 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 CUA
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 45,469 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 44,368 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 43,396 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 42,520 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 41,273 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 39,419 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 37,398 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 35,689 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 35,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 33,416 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 31,370 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 28,530 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 28,530 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 26,498 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 25,088 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 25,088 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 23,620 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 21,827 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 20,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 20,149 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 18,482 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 14,413 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 10,403 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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FV04 CUA is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FV04 CUA, 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 FV04 CUA registered?

FV04 CUA is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is FV04 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 CUA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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