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VE04 JBY

2004 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,296 mi
Last recorded67,296 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE04 JBY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 67,296 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2017 67,296 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 65,305 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 65,305 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2015 64,261 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 58,114 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 57,122 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 46,725 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 38,062 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 30,391 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 19,710 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 13,727 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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VE04 JBY is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VE04 JBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE04 JBY registered?

VE04 JBY is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 8 May 2004.

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The MOT history for VE04 JBY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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