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NH04 XCB

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,208 mi
Last recorded32,208 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH04 XCB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 32,208 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 30,711 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 30,017 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 29,130 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork damp, unable to fully inspect due to covers fitted (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 28,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil unable to fully inspect due to fork gators fitted (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 27,478 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 27,185 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 26,676 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 25,752 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 24,882 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 24,882 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 24,124 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 21,788 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 17,941 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2009 17,924 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 16,989 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 15,772 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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NH04 XCB is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NH04 XCB, 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 NH04 XCB registered?

NH04 XCB is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 10 August 2004.

Is NH04 XCB safe to buy?

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