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YR04 WUL

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,913 mi
Last recorded32,913 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR04 WUL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 32,913 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 32,310 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 31,601 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 31,404 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 30,723 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 25,968 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 23,469 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 23,468 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 22,766 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 18,876 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 17,988 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 15,696 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 13,287 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 13,631 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 11,888 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 11,874 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,665 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 9,290 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 9,095 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 6,434 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 6,434 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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YR04 WUL is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 26,760 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR04 WUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR04 WUL registered?

YR04 WUL is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 April 2004.

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The MOT history for YR04 WUL 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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