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LC54 FBJ

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

24,852 mi
Last recorded24,852 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 FBJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 24,852 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 24,831 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail Also Worn (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail Front & Rear (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle increases on turn (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2023 24,017 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 24,017 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 23,528 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 23,506 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 23,488 miles

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

rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 28 Feb 2018 23,468 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 23,381 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 23,366 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 22,789 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 22,789 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 22,213 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 20,293 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 18,946 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 11,987 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 11,931 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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LC54 FBJ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LC54 FBJ, 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 LC54 FBJ registered?

LC54 FBJ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 December 2004.

Is LC54 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC54 FBJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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