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PL04 AFV

2004 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,753 mi
Last recorded44,753 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 AFV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 44,753 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 44,534 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 44,267 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2021 43,624 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 43,617 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Sep 2020 43,337 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 43,048 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 42,651 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 41,508 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 41,476 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 41,250 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2015 41,250 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 40,647 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 38,046 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 35,323 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 32,335 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 31,570 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 22,612 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 17,794 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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PL04 AFV is a 2004 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PL04 AFV, 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.

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What year was PL04 AFV registered?

PL04 AFV is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is PL04 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL04 AFV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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