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LY54 KBJ

2004 BMW F Series

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,750 mi
Last recorded45,750 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 KBJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 45,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 44,079 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 May 2014 42,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 41,770 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 41,723 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 40,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 39,678 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 23,619 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 19,481 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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LY54 KBJ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LY54 KBJ, 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 LY54 KBJ registered?

LY54 KBJ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 December 2004.

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