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LA04 JXZ

2004 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

298 mi
Last recorded298 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 JXZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 298 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 40,729 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 40,582 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 40,582 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 40,539 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 39,765 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 38,758 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 37,532 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 35,722 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 33,386 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 32,127 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 30,446 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 27,178 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 25,043 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 25,043 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2009 19,016 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 14,846 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 12,072 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 JXZ is a 2004 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JXZ, 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 JXZ registered?

LA04 JXZ is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 July 2004.

Is LA04 JXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA04 JXZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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