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LV54 PPF

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,384 mi
Last recorded73,384 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 73,384 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2024 71,959 miles

Rear Tyre Wearing uneven

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front Pads (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 71,415 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2022 69,910 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 67,563 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 66,397 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 66,012 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 54,539 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 43,103 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 31,854 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 26,745 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 21,807 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 17,285 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 14,262 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 13,171 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 12,052 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 10,534 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 PPF is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PPF, 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.

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What year was LV54 PPF registered?

LV54 PPF is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is LV54 PPF safe to buy?

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