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HS04 FYM

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,866 mi
Last recorded30,866 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS04 FYM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 30,866 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 30,861 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 30,856 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 30,856 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 30,826 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 30,824 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 30,824 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 30,795 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 20,473 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 19,851 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 18,830 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 18,222 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 17,059 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 15,159 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 14,140 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 13,845 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 13,105 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2010 11,823 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 8,931 miles

front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 24 Jul 2007 7,733 miles

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

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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HS04 FYM is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HS04 FYM, 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

How do I check the history of HS04 FYM?

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What year was HS04 FYM registered?

HS04 FYM is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is HS04 FYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS04 FYM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HS04 FYM have outstanding finance?

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