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LW04 CEA

2004 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,352 mi
Last recorded28,352 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 CEA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 28,352 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 27,663 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 24,829 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 23,968 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2021 22,026 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 21,528 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 20,398 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 20,339 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 20,339 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2016 17,285 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 16,650 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

clutch lever pivot loose, pattern part

Pass 24 Jun 2014 14,811 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2013 13,941 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 9,537 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 9,129 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 9,129 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2010 6,364 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 6,359 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 5,854 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 5,549 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 5,543 miles

Front 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 CEA is a 2004 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CEA, 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 CEA registered?

LW04 CEA is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 July 2004.

Is LW04 CEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW04 CEA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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