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DE54 EWV

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,294 mi
Last recorded24,294 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 EWV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 24,294 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 24,130 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 24,035 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 23,881 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 23,710 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 23,211 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 23,002 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 22,599 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 22,082 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 20,334 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 20,267 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2011 18,518 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 17,491 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,939 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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DE54 EWV is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 DE54 EWV, 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 DE54 EWV registered?

DE54 EWV is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is DE54 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE54 EWV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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