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PL04 VLN

2004 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,375 mi
Last recorded16,375 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 VLN
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 16,375 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 15,367 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 3 Squares (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 14,106 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 13,965 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 12,535 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 12,535 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 12,015 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 10,409 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 10,377 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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PL04 VLN is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL04 VLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PL04 VLN registered?

PL04 VLN is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 19 July 2004.

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The MOT history for PL04 VLN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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