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LB04 YZU

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

38,274 mi
Last recorded38,274 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB04 YZU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 38,274 miles

Nearside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 37,614 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2024 37,614 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 37,216 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 37,216 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 36,054 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 34,366 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 33,228 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 29,975 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 29,878 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 29,878 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 29,868 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2017 29,862 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 29,445 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 28,040 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 26,342 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,084 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2013 24,084 miles

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

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 22,156 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,057 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 18,053 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 18,053 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 14,722 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 14,722 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 12,226 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 9,211 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 YZU is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 YZU, 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 YZU registered?

LB04 YZU is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 25 June 2004.

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