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HY04 UCL

2004 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,360 mi
Last recorded60,360 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY04 UCL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 60,360 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 60,192 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 59,589 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 59,177 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 59,109 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 58,701 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2020 58,701 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 58,398 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 55,041 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 54,168 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 52,048 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 50,746 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 47,453 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 44,281 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 38,374 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 34,886 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 29,763 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 25,378 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 19,885 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 8,928 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 UCL is a 2004 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HY04 UCL, 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 HY04 UCL registered?

HY04 UCL is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is HY04 UCL safe to buy?

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