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ML54 HVW

2004 BMW R1200

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

62,667 mi
Last recorded62,667 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 62,667 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 57,933 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 56,229 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 54,334 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 51,832 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 51,832 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 49,864 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 47,418 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 44,749 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 42,550 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 40,905 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 39,398 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 36,664 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 35,017 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 33,184 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 30,377 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 26,786 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 23,469 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 17,796 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 10,837 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 HVW is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HVW, 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 HVW registered?

ML54 HVW is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is ML54 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML54 HVW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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