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LF54 ZST

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,799 mi
Last recorded56,799 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 ZST
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 56,799 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2025 53,431 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 52,118 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 49,000 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 49,000 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 45,523 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 44,880 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust silencer slightly loose at joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 43,093 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 41,783 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2019 41,783 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 41,770 miles

ABS warning lamp taped over , Brakes still work but no ABS function

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 41,188 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 40,761 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 39,975 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 39,156 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 39,130 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 7 May 2011 39,130 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 35,583 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 29,575 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 26,870 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 ZST is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ZST, 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 ZST registered?

LF54 ZST is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is LF54 ZST safe to buy?

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