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LY04 HJF

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,665 mi
Last recorded42,665 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 HJF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 42,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2022 42,641 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 41,665 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 41,469 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 40,938 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 40,558 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 40,558 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2011 39,108 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 35,457 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 32,025 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 22,523 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 HJF is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LY04 HJF, 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 HJF registered?

LY04 HJF is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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The MOT history for LY04 HJF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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