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YD04 SBS

2004 BMW R1100

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,849 mi
Last recorded54,849 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R110018,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD04 SBS
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 54,849 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 54,273 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 54,273 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 52,482 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 51,080 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 50,944 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 50,579 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 50,213 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 49,682 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 49,021 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 48,392 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 47,809 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 46,991 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 46,179 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 45,382 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 45,139 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 43,306 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 41,275 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 37,863 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 37,863 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 37,760 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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YD04 SBS is a 2004 BMW R1100 in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 18,879 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YD04 SBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YD04 SBS registered?

YD04 SBS is a 2004 BMW R1100, first registered on 18 August 2004.

Is YD04 SBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD04 SBS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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