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CA54 EFM

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,262 mi
Last recorded42,262 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 EFM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 42,262 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 39,022 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 35,192 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 34,740 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 32,463 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 23 May 2019 31,534 miles

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

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 May 2016 30,849 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 May 2015 29,149 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 28,372 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2013 24,521 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 23,561 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,472 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 22,194 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 22,131 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 21,854 miles

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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CA54 EFM is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CA54 EFM, 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.

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What year was CA54 EFM registered?

CA54 EFM is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 November 2004.

Is CA54 EFM safe to buy?

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