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RF53 WPK

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

65,430 mi
Last recorded65,430 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 WPK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 65,430 miles

Suspension: component ball joint dust cover deteriorated

Pass 28 May 2025 63,813 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 62,871 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 62,871 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 61,974 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 61,900 miles

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 61,352 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 60,814 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 55,772 miles

front tyre on 2mm tread remaining

Fail 19 Jun 2017 55,772 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

front tyre on 2mm tread remaining

Pass 15 Jul 2014 36,864 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 24,890 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 22,187 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 14,795 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2011 14,795 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 13,983 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 12,187 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 11,062 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 8,692 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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RF53 WPK is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RF53 WPK, 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 RF53 WPK registered?

RF53 WPK is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is RF53 WPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 WPK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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