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SY04 YVM

2004 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

52,781 mi
Last recorded52,781 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY04 YVM
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 52,781 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 52,762 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 52,672 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 52,572 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 52,246 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 52,163 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 51,573 miles

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

Rear tyre valve slightly perished

Pass 17 Feb 2015 51,375 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2014 50,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 50,824 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 46,638 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 46,638 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 46,111 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 42,423 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 42,423 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 38,158 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 34,572 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 27,359 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 19,579 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 19,579 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 13,521 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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SY04 YVM is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SY04 YVM, 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 SY04 YVM registered?

SY04 YVM is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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