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LY04 HJE

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,960 mi
Last recorded13,960 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 HJE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 13,960 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 13,820 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 13,785 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 8,993 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 7,618 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 7,618 miles

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 7,219 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 7,213 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 7,172 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 7,142 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 6,816 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 6,785 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 6,234 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 5,396 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,761 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 4,183 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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LY04 HJE is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LY04 HJE, 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

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What year was LY04 HJE registered?

LY04 HJE is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 29 May 2004.

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The MOT history for LY04 HJE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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