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HS04 VLE

2004 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,377 mi
Last recorded55,377 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS04 VLE
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 55,377 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close in parts also misshappen (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Missing rubber mount but still secure. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 54,802 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 52,248 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 54,244 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 51,848 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 48,634 miles

FRONT AND REAR TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 17 Apr 2015 42,612 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 42,612 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,606 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 37,606 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 33,332 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2012 25,500 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 21,719 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 21,709 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 21,582 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 21,406 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 20,625 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 16,706 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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HS04 VLE is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HS04 VLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HS04 VLE registered?

HS04 VLE is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 30 July 2004.

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The MOT history for HS04 VLE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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