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VE04 HDF

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,695 mi
Last recorded31,695 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE04 HDF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 31,695 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 31,557 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 31,474 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 31,419 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 30,950 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 30,275 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 29,939 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 29,827 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 29,664 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 29,368 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 28,814 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 25,762 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 24,492 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 24,492 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 22,647 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 19,227 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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VE04 HDF is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VE04 HDF, 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 VE04 HDF registered?

VE04 HDF is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is VE04 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE04 HDF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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