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FY54 PDX

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,346 mi
Last recorded72,346 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 PDX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 72,346 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 69,079 miles

Front Shock spring corroded

Rear Shock spring corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2023 68,194 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 64,222 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 60,923 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 58,449 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 50,242 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 46,685 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 May 2017 43,068 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 36,254 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 31,529 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 25,952 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 23,768 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 21,696 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 19,727 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 19,154 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 18,062 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 17,560 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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FY54 PDX is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY54 PDX, 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 FY54 PDX registered?

FY54 PDX is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is FY54 PDX safe to buy?

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