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OV04 LMU

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,969 mi
Last recorded12,969 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 LMU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 12,969 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 12,610 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 12,424 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,707 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 10,099 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 9,793 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 6,412 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 5,860 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 2,552 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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OV04 LMU is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OV04 LMU, 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 OV04 LMU registered?

OV04 LMU is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is OV04 LMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV04 LMU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV04 LMU have outstanding finance?

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