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LC54 HHY

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,980 mi
Last recorded32,980 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 HHY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 32,980 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 32,936 miles

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

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 30,402 miles

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

Front perished

perished

Fail 22 Apr 2024 30,402 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front perished

perished

Pass 25 Apr 2023 29,620 miles

Front & Rear tyre perished

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 29,620 miles

Front & Rear tyre perished

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 29,034 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 27,862 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 27,329 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 25,789 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 23,154 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 26 Jan 2012 20,663 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 17,414 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 14,092 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 14,092 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 9,929 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 9,099 miles

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

rear tyre worn very square

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 HHY 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 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 LC54 HHY, 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 HHY registered?

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

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