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LA04 ZXM

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,327 mi
Last recorded48,327 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 ZXM
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 48,327 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 47,687 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 47,139 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 46,425 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 44,870 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 42,822 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 42,822 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2019 40,717 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 39,523 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 38,626 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 37,852 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

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

Fail 29 May 2015 37,852 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Oil leak

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

Pass 23 May 2014 34,964 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 32,952 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 32,027 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 29,860 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 27,067 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 25,233 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 25,233 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 25,223 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 20,179 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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LA04 ZXM is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 26,224 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 LA04 ZXM, 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 22 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA04 ZXM registered?

LA04 ZXM is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is LA04 ZXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA04 ZXM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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