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SN54 FJU

2004 BMW R1200

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

6,488 mi
Last recorded6,488 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN54 FJU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2026 6,488 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2025 5,980 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 5,980 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 5,980 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 5,980 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 5,456 miles

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired hole in lens. emitted light not affected (4.2.1 (b))

Position lamp insecure Lens held on with tape. doesn't appear likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 5,456 miles

Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 4,173 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 3,450 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 2,701 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 3,517 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 3,503 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 3,502 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 3,234 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 3,238 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 3,217 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 3,205 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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SN54 FJU is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SN54 FJU, 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 SN54 FJU registered?

SN54 FJU is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 1 October 2004.

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The MOT history for SN54 FJU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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