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SC04 XTD

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,253 mi
Last recorded27,253 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC04 XTD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 27,253 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 26,754 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 25,760 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 23,639 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 21,068 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 21,068 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,671 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 9,155 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 7,771 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 6,063 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 5,679 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 5,166 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 4,681 miles

nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2009 4,487 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 3,313 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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SC04 XTD is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SC04 XTD, 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 SC04 XTD registered?

SC04 XTD is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 August 2004.

Is SC04 XTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC04 XTD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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