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YH04 ZPU

2004 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,021 mi
Last recorded36,021 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 36,021 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 29,897 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 28,970 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 27,869 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 26,751 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 26,751 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 25,890 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 22,756 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 22,756 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 22,750 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 22,342 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2016 22,342 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 22,193 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 21,132 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 20,489 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 20,489 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 19,991 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 19,535 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 18,738 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 14,921 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 10,820 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 4,737 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 ZPU is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZPU, 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 ZPU registered?

YH04 ZPU is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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