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HV54 DCO

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

46,626 mi
Last recorded46,626 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 DCO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 46,626 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 45,832 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 45,372 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 44,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 43,836 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively CUSH DRIVE (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 39,212 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 34,890 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 33,851 miles

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

Offside handgrip torn

front brake lever travel

Pass 15 Dec 2015 32,642 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 32,642 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 30,603 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 28,029 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 24,209 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 20,685 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2010 17,148 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2010 17,148 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 12,278 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Oct 2008 8,765 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 8,765 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 6,111 miles

Rear 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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HV54 DCO is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HV54 DCO, 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.

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What year was HV54 DCO registered?

HV54 DCO is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is HV54 DCO safe to buy?

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