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LB04 EUM

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,600 mi
Last recorded43,600 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB04 EUM
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 43,600 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

throttle adjuster broken

Fail 16 Aug 2014 43,599 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 37,527 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2013 37,527 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 23,152 miles

hand guardes fouling screen on full lock

Fail 6 Mar 2012 23,152 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

hand guardes fouling screen on full lock

Pass 9 Jul 2011 16,057 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,363 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 13,349 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 10,198 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 6,594 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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LB04 EUM is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LB04 EUM, 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 LB04 EUM registered?

LB04 EUM is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 May 2004.

Is LB04 EUM safe to buy?

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