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RF04 PXL

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,584 mi
Last recorded25,584 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 PXL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 25,584 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 23,803 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 23,482 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 28 Feb 2024 23,482 miles

Front Position lamp not working No high beam (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Nov 2022 23,166 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 23,002 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

abs light on

Fail 5 Oct 2021 23,002 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

abs light on

Pass 9 Oct 2020 22,926 miles

brake warning on dash for abs

Pass 9 Aug 2019 22,412 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 22,347 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 22,031 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 21,967 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 May 2013 21,902 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 21,785 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 20,126 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 15,591 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 12,269 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 8,487 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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RF04 PXL is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RF04 PXL, 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 RF04 PXL registered?

RF04 PXL is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 May 2004.

Is RF04 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF04 PXL shows 18 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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