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PO54 YPY

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

48,805 mi
Last recorded48,805 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO54 YPY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 48,805 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2025 48,787 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 47,517 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 45,261 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 41,491 miles

both tyres out of shape and old

Pass 17 Aug 2021 38,769 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 38,769 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 38,293 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 37,757 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 37,249 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 27,660 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,878 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 23,380 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2014 23,380 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 22,412 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 20,540 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 18,343 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 18,343 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 14,472 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 12,892 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 10,708 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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PO54 YPY is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PO54 YPY, 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 PO54 YPY registered?

PO54 YPY is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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