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HT04 SFJ

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,225 mi
Last recorded3,225 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT04 SFJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 3,225 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 1,636 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 1,489 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 1,423 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2017 1,419 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 1,405 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 29,328 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 29,328 miles

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

Lower Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 24,686 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 20,256 miles

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

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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HT04 SFJ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HT04 SFJ, 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 HT04 SFJ registered?

HT04 SFJ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is HT04 SFJ safe to buy?

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