CarVerify

Free Car Check

HN04 LUA

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,758 mi
Last recorded17,758 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN04 LUA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2019 17,758 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 16,271 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 16,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2017 16,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 Mar 2014 13,863 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 13,863 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 8,394 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 6,763 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 6,384 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 6,115 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 4,603 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Mar 2009 4,603 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 3,705 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 3,567 miles

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
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HN04 LUA is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HN04 LUA, 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

How do I check the history of HN04 LUA?

You can check the full history of HN04 LUA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HN04 LUA registered?

HN04 LUA is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 March 2004.

Is HN04 LUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN04 LUA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HN04 LUA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HN04 LUA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.