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LW04 YFJ

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

13,083 mi
Last recorded13,083 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 YFJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 13,083 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 12,868 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 11,925 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 11,773 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 11,773 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,899 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 10,899 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 10,466 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 9,738 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 7,068 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 3,847 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 6,461 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 6,461 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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LW04 YFJ is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YFJ, 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 LW04 YFJ registered?

LW04 YFJ is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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The MOT history for LW04 YFJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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