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LV04 FYK

2004 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

64,216 mi
Last recorded64,216 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV04 FYK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 64,216 miles

Brake warning light on

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 58,701 miles

Central Front brake failure light flashing

Pass 13 Sep 2023 58,678 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 58,651 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 58,540 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 58,133 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 56,978 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 56,629 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 53,752 miles

Front tyre showing signs of perishing within the sipes.

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,225 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 48,927 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 47,011 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 45,464 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 42,072 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 35,762 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 32,314 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 27,934 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 27,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 22,515 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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LV04 FYK is a 2004 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LV04 FYK, 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 LV04 FYK registered?

LV04 FYK is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 March 2004.

Is LV04 FYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV04 FYK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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