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VA04 DNV

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,074 mi
Last recorded57,074 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA04 DNV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 57,074 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 56,373 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 53,961 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 52,673 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 45,027 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 40,677 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 37,618 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 37,617 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 32,591 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2016 32,591 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 31,913 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,603 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 23,267 miles

Offside brush guard fouls screen on the left hand lock

Pass 18 Nov 2011 22,705 miles

Offside brush guard fouls screen on left hand lock

Pass 12 Nov 2010 21,599 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 18,105 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 15,701 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 13,855 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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VA04 DNV is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VA04 DNV, 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 VA04 DNV registered?

VA04 DNV is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 June 2004.

Is VA04 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA04 DNV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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