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HS04 GCX

2004 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,487 mi
Last recorded39,487 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS04 GCX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 39,487 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 39,474 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 39,462 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 39,301 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 39,289 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 39,093 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 39,065 miles

left hand inlet manifold pipe loose

Pass 12 Jul 2017 38,587 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 38,509 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 37,939 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 36,310 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 35,675 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 34,342 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 33,047 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 31,951 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 29,234 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 24,106 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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HS04 GCX is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HS04 GCX, 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 HS04 GCX registered?

HS04 GCX is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is HS04 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS04 GCX shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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