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SA04 CBJ

2004 BMW R1100

Multi-colour Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,336 mi
Last recorded58,336 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R110018,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA04 CBJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 58,336 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 57,458 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 55,741 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 54,003 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 53,369 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 52,853 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 52,006 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 49,447 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 45,941 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 43,731 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 40,224 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 36,715 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2013 36,715 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 33,194 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 33,184 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2011 32,174 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2011 32,174 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 23,535 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 14,844 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 10,224 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 10,103 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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SA04 CBJ is a 2004 BMW R1100 in Multi-colour with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 18,879 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA04 CBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA04 CBJ registered?

SA04 CBJ is a 2004 BMW R1100, first registered on 10 May 2004.

Is SA04 CBJ safe to buy?

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