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FY54 VSV

2004 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,642 mi
Last recorded31,642 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 VSV
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 31,642 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 31,318 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 30,157 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 29,592 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 28,153 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 26,099 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 22,794 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 21,532 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 20,453 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 19,595 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 19,302 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 18,867 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 18,157 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 16,132 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 15,007 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 13,734 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 9,638 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 1,838 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 VSV is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Yellow 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 VSV, 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

How do I check the history of FY54 VSV?

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What year was FY54 VSV registered?

FY54 VSV is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is FY54 VSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 VSV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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