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MA04 LVU

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,333 mi
Last recorded35,333 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA04 LVU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 35,333 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 35,251 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 33,792 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 33,582 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 33,582 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure engine bash plate secured (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 33,572 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 32,246 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 29,143 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 21,132 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 21,071 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 20,978 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 20,963 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 19,925 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 18,870 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 17,582 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Mar 2011 17,582 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 16,954 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 15,574 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 15,052 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 13,977 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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MA04 LVU is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 26,224 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 R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA04 LVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MA04 LVU?

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What year was MA04 LVU registered?

MA04 LVU is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 April 2004.

Is MA04 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA04 LVU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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