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HT04 TLV

2004 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,957 mi
Last recorded35,957 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT04 TLV
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 35,957 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 31,106 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 30,950 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 30,927 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 30,723 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 29,879 miles

ABS System Has Been Removed

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 28,887 miles

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

abs/servo has been by- passed

Pass 1 Nov 2016 25,914 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 25,605 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 23,232 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 22,029 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 21,555 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 19,247 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 19,247 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 18,759 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 17,199 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 13,805 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 11,164 miles

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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HT04 TLV is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HT04 TLV, 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 HT04 TLV registered?

HT04 TLV is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is HT04 TLV safe to buy?

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