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ML54 HVO

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

34,994 mi
Last recorded34,994 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 HVO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 34,994 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 34,921 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 34,716 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 34,467 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 34,028 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 32,804 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 30,354 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 27,760 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 25,188 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 21,517 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 17,926 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 17,926 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 14,252 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 9,860 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 7,417 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 7,417 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 6,605 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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ML54 HVO 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 88.2%.

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 ML54 HVO, 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 ML54 HVO registered?

ML54 HVO is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 October 2004.

Is ML54 HVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML54 HVO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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