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LD04 UAX

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

37,961 mi
Last recorded37,961 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD04 UAX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 37,961 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 37,874 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 37,874 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 37,722 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 32,251 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 30,971 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 30,971 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 30,293 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 30,291 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 28,157 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 26,463 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 24,781 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 23,732 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 15,959 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 15,959 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2014

Front Drive belt guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2014
Pass 7 May 2013 9,216 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 5,986 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 5,538 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 4,607 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 4,173 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 3,826 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 3,326 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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LD04 UAX is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LD04 UAX, 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 LD04 UAX registered?

LD04 UAX is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is LD04 UAX safe to buy?

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