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YH04 HFB

2004 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

21,478 mi
Last recorded21,478 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH04 HFB
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 21,478 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 19,682 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 19,625 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 18,138 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 17,102 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 17,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork leg seal leaking fluid. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork leg seal leaking fluid. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 15,486 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 15,486 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2021 13,340 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 12,238 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 11,758 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 10,919 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 10,640 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 10,476 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 10,291 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 10,001 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 9,266 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 8,036 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 6,347 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 5,072 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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YH04 HFB is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YH04 HFB, 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 YH04 HFB registered?

YH04 HFB is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 20 May 2004.

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