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LF54 VEB

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,371 mi
Last recorded30,371 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 VEB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 30,371 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 30,371 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 28,450 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 25,899 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,899 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 25,689 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 24,391 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 23,501 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 23,058 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 22,820 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 22,485 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 22,204 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 22,066 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2013 19,617 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 19,617 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 17,443 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 15,756 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 14,000 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 11,136 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 14,244 miles

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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LF54 VEB is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LF54 VEB, 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 LF54 VEB registered?

LF54 VEB is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LF54 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF54 VEB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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