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OV04 VPG

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,132 mi
Last recorded27,132 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 VPG
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 27,132 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 26,581 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 26,147 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 26,061 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 26,045 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 25,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Pads approx 2.0mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 25,864 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 25,771 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 25,771 miles

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 16 Jul 2014 25,664 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 25,664 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,210 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 24,305 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 21,240 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 17,547 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 11,700 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 11,073 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 11,073 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 8,162 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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OV04 VPG is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 OV04 VPG, 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 OV04 VPG registered?

OV04 VPG is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 14 April 2004.

Is OV04 VPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV04 VPG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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