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SA04 NCU

2004 BMW R1150

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,754 mi
Last recorded66,754 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA04 NCU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 66,754 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 66,001 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 66,001 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 63,321 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2022 58,752 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 57,640 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 56,618 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 56,063 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 53,772 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 51,678 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 49,785 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2016 49,782 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 48,296 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 46,995 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 4,108 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 4,108 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 39,901 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 38,518 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 37,930 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 34,586 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 30,780 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 27,383 miles

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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SA04 NCU is a 2004 BMW R1150 in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 SA04 NCU, 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 SA04 NCU registered?

SA04 NCU is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 4 March 2004.

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