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YP54 VXK

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,360 mi
Last recorded37,360 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP54 VXK
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 37,360 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 35,423 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 34,901 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened close to minimum depth 4.6mm (4.5mm min) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 34,558 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 34,021 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 33,621 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 32,573 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 6 Apr 2016 32,171 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 31,628 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 30,890 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 29,435 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,109 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 23,669 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 22,256 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 20,799 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 19,385 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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YP54 VXK is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YP54 VXK, 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 YP54 VXK registered?

YP54 VXK is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 28 October 2004.

Is YP54 VXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP54 VXK shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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