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AF54 UME

2004 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,147 mi
Last recorded60,147 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 UME
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 60,147 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 59,720 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 57,749 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 55,816 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 54,161 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 54,105 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2008 49,883 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 38,893 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 38,880 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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AF54 UME is a 2004 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AF54 UME, 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

How do I check the history of AF54 UME?

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What year was AF54 UME registered?

AF54 UME is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 October 2004.

Is AF54 UME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 UME shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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