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LD54 TYX

2004 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,771 mi
Last recorded73,771 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 TYX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 73,771 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 72,300 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 70,584 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 70,007 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 69,813 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 68,541 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 64,995 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 63,480 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 62,645 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 58,241 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 51,424 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 51,424 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Oct 2012 47,548 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 43,357 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 39,773 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 34,827 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 32,339 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 26,718 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 26,708 miles

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

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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LD54 TYX is a 2004 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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

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 LD54 TYX, 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 LD54 TYX registered?

LD54 TYX is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is LD54 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD54 TYX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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