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ML54 HVU

2004 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

28,342 mi
Last recorded28,342 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 HVU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 28,342 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 28,280 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 28,212 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 28,144 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 27,827 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 27,730 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 27,611 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 27,425 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 25,407 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2014 25,406 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 24,914 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 24,522 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 21,787 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 21,508 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 20,632 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,441 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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ML54 HVU is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 26,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML54 HVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML54 HVU registered?

ML54 HVU is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is ML54 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML54 HVU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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