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SY54 MZU

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

38,571 mi
Last recorded38,571 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY54 MZU
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2023 38,571 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 35,797 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 33,157 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 30,557 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 30,046 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 28,954 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 28,175 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 28,175 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2015 26,307 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2015 26,307 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 26,305 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2013 23,521 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 21,193 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 19,699 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 17,189 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,530 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 12,824 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 12,465 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2007 12,465 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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SY54 MZU is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SY54 MZU, 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 SY54 MZU registered?

SY54 MZU is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 30 October 2004.

Is SY54 MZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY54 MZU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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