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YL04 AXK

2004 BMW R1100

Multi-colour Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,509 mi
Last recorded17,509 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R110018,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 AXK
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 17,509 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 17,509 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 17,393 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 16,554 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 16,175 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 15,430 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 15,430 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 14,646 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 14,159 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2020 14,159 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 13,345 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 11,509 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 11,484 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 9,584 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 9,367 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 May 2012 6,615 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,599 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 3,207 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 2,157 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 1,366 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 1,112 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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YL04 AXK is a 2004 BMW R1100 in Multi-colour with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YL04 AXK, 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 YL04 AXK registered?

YL04 AXK is a 2004 BMW R1100, first registered on 2 August 2004.

Is YL04 AXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL04 AXK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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