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LC04 NYB

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

46,601 mi
Last recorded46,601 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 NYB
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 46,601 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 45,922 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 44,764 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 42,984 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 41,441 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 38,856 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 34,256 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 30,155 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 28,733 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 23,847 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 16,188 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 11,603 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 11,054 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 9,975 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 9,949 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 9,937 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 8,127 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2007 6,870 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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LC04 NYB is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LC04 NYB, 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 LC04 NYB registered?

LC04 NYB is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is LC04 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC04 NYB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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