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LA04 GLJ

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,897 mi
Last recorded26,897 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 GLJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 26,897 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 26,769 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 26,603 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 25,903 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 25,010 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 25,007 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 23,778 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 22,503 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 20,512 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 18,944 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 17,251 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 16,362 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 15,236 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 14,085 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 12,502 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 10,680 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 9,016 miles

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

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

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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LA04 GLJ is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LA04 GLJ, 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 LA04 GLJ registered?

LA04 GLJ is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is LA04 GLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA04 GLJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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