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LC54 FTF

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,500 mi
Last recorded40,500 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 FTF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 40,500 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))

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 40,115 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))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 39,302 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 35,436 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 35,315 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 33,311 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 27,865 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 27,865 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 May 2012 27,514 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 25,765 miles

rear pads are slightly worn

Pass 11 May 2010 22,330 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 6 May 2009 16,090 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2009 16,090 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 27,217 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 27,217 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 21,771 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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LC54 FTF is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC54 FTF, 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.

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What year was LC54 FTF registered?

LC54 FTF is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is LC54 FTF safe to buy?

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