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PJ04 YWE

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,180 mi
Last recorded99,180 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ04 YWE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 99,180 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 97,694 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 96,643 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 96,643 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 95,736 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 93,174 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 92,382 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit PADS GETIN LOW ON FRONT (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE IS ON LEGAL LIMIT REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 92,382 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit PADS GETIN LOW ON FRONT (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit TYRE IS ON LEGAL LIMIT REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2014 91,781 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 89,408 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 87,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 87,830 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 80,400 miles

no A.B.S to front

rear lightrs / no. plate dirty

Pass 17 Apr 2009 63,067 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 47,548 miles

FRONT PADS WEARING LOW

Pass 8 May 2007 30,405 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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PJ04 YWE is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PJ04 YWE, 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 PJ04 YWE registered?

PJ04 YWE is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 May 2004.

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