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PL04 AFK

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,299 mi
Last recorded9,299 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 AFK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 9,299 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 9,283 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 9,265 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 9,229 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2019 8,987 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 8,433 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 7,897 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 7,814 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 7,812 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 7,404 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 7,098 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 6,757 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 5,492 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 5,459 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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PL04 AFK is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 649cc 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 PL04 AFK, 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 PL04 AFK registered?

PL04 AFK is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is PL04 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL04 AFK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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