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NG54 RLY

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,786 mi
Last recorded50,786 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG54 RLY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 50,786 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 50,782 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 48,061 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 43,503 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 38,333 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 30,852 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,564 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 21,341 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2012 21,341 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 16,426 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 13,231 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 8,853 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 8,710 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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NG54 RLY is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NG54 RLY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NG54 RLY registered?

NG54 RLY is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is NG54 RLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG54 RLY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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