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LK04 REU

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,914 mi
Last recorded49,914 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 REU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2025 49,914 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 49,771 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 45,753 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 45,071 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 41,595 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 39,400 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 36,531 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 33,531 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 30,110 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 27,360 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,922 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 15,149 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 14,309 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 14,167 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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LK04 REU is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LK04 REU, 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

How do I check the history of LK04 REU?

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What year was LK04 REU registered?

LK04 REU is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is LK04 REU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK04 REU shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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