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RA04 WCJ

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,672 mi
Last recorded15,672 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA04 WCJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 15,672 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 15,579 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 15,312 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 15,216 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 13,875 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 9,925 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left hand (2.3.3)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Jul 2015 33,269 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 33,269 miles

Offside Outer Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 32,669 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 28,658 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 22,474 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

rear nearside foot rest is damaged but function not impaired

Pass 10 Feb 2011 22,474 miles

rear nearside foot rest is damaged but function not impaired

Pass 11 May 2010 19,250 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 17,698 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 10,657 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 9,385 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 9,350 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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RA04 WCJ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RA04 WCJ, 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 RA04 WCJ registered?

RA04 WCJ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 June 2004.

Is RA04 WCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA04 WCJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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