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ML54 HVR

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

76,706 mi
Last recorded76,706 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 HVR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 76,706 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 76,503 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 76,201 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 75,647 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 72,724 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 69,662 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 69,662 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 67,818 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 66,856 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 65,169 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 64,805 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 64,095 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 63,178 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 61,715 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 61,712 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 57,378 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 53,954 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 48,712 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 42,660 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 37,053 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 31,850 miles

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

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 HVR is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HVR, 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 HVR registered?

ML54 HVR is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 October 2004.

Is ML54 HVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML54 HVR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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