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AK54 VPU

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,983 mi
Last recorded43,983 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 VPU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 43,983 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 43,962 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 43,773 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 42,684 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 37,780 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 28,793 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 22,271 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 20,109 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2009 11,018 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 6,417 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 6,417 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2007 3,091 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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AK54 VPU is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 26,224 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 R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK54 VPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK54 VPU registered?

AK54 VPU is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is AK54 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 VPU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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