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OW53 RZJ

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,617 mi
Last recorded22,617 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW53 RZJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 22,617 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 16 Mar 2018 22,603 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 21,362 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 20,718 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 20,244 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 20,234 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2014 19,399 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 18,853 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 17,211 miles

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

Inner Front Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 14,748 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 12,049 miles

small amount of play in rear wheel

Pass 4 Oct 2008 9,000 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 8,565 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 6,421 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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OW53 RZJ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OW53 RZJ, 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 OW53 RZJ registered?

OW53 RZJ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 February 2004.

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