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MF04 FRJ

2004 BMW R1100

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,288 mi
Last recorded31,288 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R110018,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 FRJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 31,288 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 31,288 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 30,822 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 29,381 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 29,381 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam headlight bulb inop on high beam/ replaced bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 29,375 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 29,256 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 29,108 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 28,980 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 28,826 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 28,607 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2018 28,607 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 27,062 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 25,615 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 24,779 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 24,414 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 23,553 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 22,899 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 22,600 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 20,354 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,166 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 17,218 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 15,428 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2007 13,252 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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MF04 FRJ is a 2004 BMW R1100 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 18,879 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF04 FRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF04 FRJ registered?

MF04 FRJ is a 2004 BMW R1100, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is MF04 FRJ safe to buy?

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