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KB04 CEJ

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,905 mi
Last recorded17,905 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB04 CEJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 17,905 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 17,898 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive belt so worn it is likely to fail Belt damaged. (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2024 16,966 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 16,966 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2007 6,418 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
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KB04 CEJ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 CEJ, 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 KB04 CEJ registered?

KB04 CEJ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is KB04 CEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB04 CEJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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