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LV54 BDF

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

62,033 mi
Last recorded62,033 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV54 BDF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 62,033 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 59,845 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 May 2023 56,476 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 54,242 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 52,012 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 47,530 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 47,530 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure Securing device missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 43,416 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 42,979 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 41,618 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre at 1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2014 39,828 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 37,952 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 36,273 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 34,306 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 30,978 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 26,036 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 20,959 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 17,624 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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LV54 BDF is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LV54 BDF, 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 LV54 BDF registered?

LV54 BDF is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 September 2004.

Is LV54 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV54 BDF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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