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HV54 DCF

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,868 mi
Last recorded26,868 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 DCF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 26,868 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 25,622 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 23,606 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 21,942 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 21,171 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 20,351 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 20,347 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 20,292 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 20,228 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 17,659 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 15,362 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 11,987 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 9,535 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 9,431 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 9,011 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 8,532 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 8,480 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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HV54 DCF is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 HV54 DCF, 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 HV54 DCF registered?

HV54 DCF is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is HV54 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV54 DCF shows 17 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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