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YR54 VFX

2004 BMW R1200

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,131 mi
Last recorded54,131 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R120026,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 VFX
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 54,131 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 46,441 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 42,870 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 42,157 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 42,126 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Revving up from lock to lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached Bolt not put the right way in the shock (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 41,291 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 38,626 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 38,196 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 36,888 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 35,614 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 35,533 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 34,713 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 31,453 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 27,856 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 24,105 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 20,739 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 16,697 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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YR54 VFX is a 2004 BMW R1200 in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YR54 VFX, 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 YR54 VFX registered?

YR54 VFX is a 2004 BMW R1200, first registered on 16 October 2004.

Is YR54 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR54 VFX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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