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MF04 FPC

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,332 mi
Last recorded29,332 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 FPC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 29,332 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 29,003 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 28,298 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 28,298 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2022 28,246 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 28,193 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 28,170 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 28,132 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 27,932 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 27,888 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 27,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 27,663 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 26,550 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 26,548 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on sidecar damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 10 May 2013 21,816 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2012 16,085 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 11,760 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 11,755 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 11,750 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 8,765 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 8,765 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 1,117 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 214 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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MF04 FPC is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 MF04 FPC, 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 MF04 FPC registered?

MF04 FPC is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is MF04 FPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF04 FPC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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