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SN04 VHU

2004 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

50,515 mi
Last recorded50,515 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 VHU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 50,515 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2025 49,183 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 47,547 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 44,197 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 41,478 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 38,836 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 36,248 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 33,240 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 32,072 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2018 32,072 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 31,032 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 30,111 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 28,953 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,279 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 23,916 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 19,639 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 17,104 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2010 14,374 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 12,009 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 11,568 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 9,187 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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SN04 VHU is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SN04 VHU, 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 SN04 VHU registered?

SN04 VHU is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is SN04 VHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN04 VHU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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