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LA04 GMF

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,105 mi
Last recorded57,105 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 57,105 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 48,946 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 45,905 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 36,710 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2015 36,468 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 30,158 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2013 26,416 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 21,243 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 17,314 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 15,389 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 12,039 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 9,363 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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LA04 GMF is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LA04 GMF, 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 LA04 GMF registered?

LA04 GMF is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 June 2004.

Is LA04 GMF safe to buy?

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