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KB04 CDY

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

59,357 mi
Last recorded59,357 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB04 CDY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 59,357 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 59,357 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 59,352 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 55,745 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 52,251 miles

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

Nearside Rear indicator lens held with tape

Pass 5 Jul 2016 48,408 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 45,030 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 41,173 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 36,858 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 32,667 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 32,667 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 29,347 miles

rear tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 3 Jun 2011 29,343 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

front brake discs worn

master cylinder level low for rear brake

rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 4 May 2010 27,345 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 23,137 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 18,777 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 13,853 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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KB04 CDY is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KB04 CDY, 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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KB04 CDY is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 June 2004.

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