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LG04 EFW

2004 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,338 mi
Last recorded45,338 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG04 EFW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 45,338 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 43,442 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 39,494 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 34,249 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 34,106 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 32,760 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 32,692 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 31,591 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 31,444 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 31,105 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 30,602 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 29,255 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 26,865 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 26,865 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 24,120 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 17,413 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 14,143 miles

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

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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LG04 EFW is a 2004 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG04 EFW, 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.

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What year was LG04 EFW registered?

LG04 EFW is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is LG04 EFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG04 EFW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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