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LE04 WJL

2004 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,122 mi
Last recorded32,122 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE04 WJL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 32,122 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 31,812 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 31,505 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 30,990 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 29,953 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 28,084 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 25,351 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 23,128 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 21,066 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 19,130 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 18,060 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,923 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2014 16,921 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 14,758 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 10,668 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 6,503 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 39,571 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 29,532 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 29,532 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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LE04 WJL is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LE04 WJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LE04 WJL registered?

LE04 WJL is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 31 August 2004.

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The MOT history for LE04 WJL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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