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RE04 PTX

2004 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

57,506 mi
Last recorded57,506 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE04 PTX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 57,506 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 49,777 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 41,036 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 35,785 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 29,999 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 28,271 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 24,502 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 24,502 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 22,346 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 19,230 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 19,011 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 18,358 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 18,276 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,009 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 17,689 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 15,612 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 15,108 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 13,043 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 9,210 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 7,270 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 6,147 miles

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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RE04 PTX is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 RE04 PTX, 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 RE04 PTX registered?

RE04 PTX is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is RE04 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE04 PTX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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