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HS04 ZHB

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,806 mi
Last recorded21,806 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS04 ZHB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 21,806 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 21,323 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 21,145 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 20,058 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 18,765 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 12,581 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 12,396 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 11,395 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 11,192 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 11,159 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 11,031 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 10,838 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 10,821 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 10,707 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 10,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 21 Jul 2008 9,540 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 9,540 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 10,336 miles

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 ZHB is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZHB, 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.

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What year was HS04 ZHB registered?

HS04 ZHB is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 August 2004.

Is HS04 ZHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS04 ZHB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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