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HY04 DGV

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,364 mi
Last recorded60,364 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY04 DGV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 60,364 miles

Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 58,414 miles

front tyre wear slightly uneven

Pass 7 Jul 2017 55,594 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 51,773 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 51,773 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 49,563 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 48,395 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 45,194 miles

Lower suspension ball joint dust seal split

Pass 31 May 2012 39,503 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 35,506 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 35,506 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 20 May 2010 30,130 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2010 30,130 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 23,692 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 16,508 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,435 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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HY04 DGV is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HY04 DGV, 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 HY04 DGV registered?

HY04 DGV is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is HY04 DGV safe to buy?

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