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VE04 WRT

2004 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

66,389 mi
Last recorded66,389 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 66,389 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear brake caliper pad mounting pin R clip missing replaced with locking wire seems secure at time of testing

red triangle warning light on !!!

Pass 20 May 2024 62,745 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2023 53,296 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 53,061 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 53,041 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 52,758 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 52,458 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 52,009 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 51,423 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 50,754 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 49,938 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 49,460 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 49,415 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 44,109 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 36,223 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 33,648 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,500 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 28,689 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 28,689 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 20,630 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 20,630 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))

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 WRT is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 WRT, 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 WRT registered?

VE04 WRT is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 2 July 2004.

Is VE04 WRT safe to buy?

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