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VU54 ZHB

2004 BMW R1100

Multi-colour Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

51,419 mi
Last recorded51,419 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R110018,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 ZHB
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 51,419 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 51,235 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 50,970 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 50,944 miles

Front Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 50,522 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 50,024 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 49,464 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 46,124 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 41,358 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 41,358 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 36,292 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 34,211 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 30,661 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 24,321 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 17,662 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 12,044 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 9,422 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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VU54 ZHB is a 2004 BMW R1100 in Multi-colour with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 18,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU54 ZHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU54 ZHB registered?

VU54 ZHB is a 2004 BMW R1100, first registered on 16 October 2004.

Is VU54 ZHB safe to buy?

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