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OV04 GRU

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

64,408 mi
Last recorded64,408 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 GRU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 64,408 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 63,943 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 63,655 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 60,776 miles

front tyre is deterioted. recommend renewal

Pass 17 May 2016 59,359 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 58,275 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 56,970 miles

drive shaft gator slighlty deteriated

Pass 17 Sep 2012 54,279 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 51,450 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 50,941 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 50,505 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 50,412 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 44,801 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Jul 2007 44,773 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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OV04 GRU is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OV04 GRU, 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

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What year was OV04 GRU registered?

OV04 GRU is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 2 April 2004.

Is OV04 GRU safe to buy?

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