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HG04 WNZ

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

37,928 mi
Last recorded37,928 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 WNZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 37,928 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 36,866 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame and engine cradle has surface Rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 35,751 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 35,751 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 34,853 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 33,545 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 32,925 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

offside and nearside front stanchions slightly pitted

Pass 4 Feb 2020 32,355 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 31,789 miles

Rear Drive belt pulley slightly loose drive bushes (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel cap sealing ring perished

oil leak (Radiator area)

side stand bolt loose

Pass 6 Mar 2018 31,239 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 31,217 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed switch gear fouling fuel tank on left lock (2.1.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 30,753 miles

Oil pressure warning light on

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2016 30,008 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 29,104 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 28,267 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 28,267 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 27,914 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 26,314 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 25,383 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 24,852 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 24,852 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2009 22,930 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 22,930 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 22,223 miles

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

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 20,746 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 20,746 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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HG04 WNZ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,343 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG04 WNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG04 WNZ registered?

HG04 WNZ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 April 2004.

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