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HN53 ZFD

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,462 mi
Last recorded48,462 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 ZFD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 48,462 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 48,462 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested rear brake not working showing no read out (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 48,360 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 48,191 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 48,140 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 47,646 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 42,807 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 42,637 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 40,499 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 37,662 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 26,971 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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HN53 ZFD is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 26,760 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN53 ZFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN53 ZFD registered?

HN53 ZFD is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is HN53 ZFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN53 ZFD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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