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RE04 BFU

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,194 mi
Last recorded35,194 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE04 BFU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 35,194 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 34,451 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 27,401 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 21,126 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 21,126 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 19,636 miles

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 19,636 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 15,720 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 7,170 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 7,170 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,756 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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RE04 BFU is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RE04 BFU, 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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RE04 BFU is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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