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LW04 CDX

2004 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

39,853 mi
Last recorded39,853 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 CDX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 39,853 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 39,046 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 38,009 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 36,876 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 34,712 miles

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jan 2014 32,602 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 29,862 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 29,862 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 27,102 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 26,155 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 25,934 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 23,565 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 20,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 16,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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LW04 CDX is a 2004 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LW04 CDX, 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 LW04 CDX registered?

LW04 CDX is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 August 2004.

Is LW04 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW04 CDX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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