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HY04 FCE

2003 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,278 mi
Last recorded66,278 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW R120020,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY04 FCE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012 66,278 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 59,613 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 54,139 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 47,853 miles

Sump guard fixing missing

Fail 15 Apr 2009 47,853 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Sump guard fixing missing

Pass 28 Apr 2008 41,288 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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HY04 FCE is a 2003 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,972 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 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 HY04 FCE, 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 23 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HY04 FCE registered?

HY04 FCE is a 2003 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HY04 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY04 FCE shows 6 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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