CarVerify

Free Car Check

LX54 CFN

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

16,287 mi
Last recorded16,287 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 CFN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 16,287 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Apr 2023 16,287 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 15,812 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 15,812 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 15,148 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front front tyre starting to perish in tread

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 13,807 miles

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

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

Front tyre starting to perish in tread

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear fuel cap sealing washer starting to split on edge

Rear tyre starting to perish in tread

Pass 19 Jan 2018 12,081 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 12,079 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 4,742 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 4,742 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 11,462 miles

Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 11,960 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 4,705 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 11,678 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 4,344 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 11,458 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 11,451 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 3,420 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 10,842 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 2,056 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 9,730 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 955 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 9,382 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 562 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 5,642 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
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LX54 CFN is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX54 CFN, 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

How do I check the history of LX54 CFN?

You can check the full history of LX54 CFN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LX54 CFN registered?

LX54 CFN is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 October 2004.

Is LX54 CFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX54 CFN shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX54 CFN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LX54 CFN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.