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RE54 GRX

2004 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,198 mi
Last recorded35,198 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE54 GRX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2026 35,198 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 33,747 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 33,208 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 32,429 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 31,549 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 31,190 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 27,735 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 23,990 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 20,544 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2016 18,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 15,976 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 15,737 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 12,727 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 8,629 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 4,549 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 4,453 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 4,350 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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RE54 GRX is a 2004 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RE54 GRX, 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 RE54 GRX registered?

RE54 GRX is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 November 2004.

Is RE54 GRX safe to buy?

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