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HX04 CEN

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,482 mi
Last recorded75,482 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 CEN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 75,482 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 72,503 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 71,452 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 63,591 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 61,611 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 56,447 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 44,527 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 44,527 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 38,586 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 34,113 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 34,113 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 23,188 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 17,560 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,468 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 12,959 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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HX04 CEN is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HX04 CEN, 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

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What year was HX04 CEN registered?

HX04 CEN is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is HX04 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX04 CEN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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