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MT54 YOE

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

37,253 mi
Last recorded37,253 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 YOE
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 37,253 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 37,224 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 35,793 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 35,662 miles

oil leak from between engine and gearbox

Pass 1 Jun 2019 34,875 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 34,345 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 34,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 34,048 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 34,037 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 34,037 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2014 33,889 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 32,705 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 30,817 miles

headlamp beam too high

Pass 20 Aug 2011 30,511 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 25,232 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 23,230 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 16,768 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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MT54 YOE is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MT54 YOE, 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 MT54 YOE registered?

MT54 YOE is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is MT54 YOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 YOE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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