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RE04 PJY

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

45,110 mi
Last recorded45,110 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE04 PJY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 45,110 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2025 45,110 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2024 44,409 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 42,829 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 42,428 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 40,883 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 37,970 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 33,096 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front brakes pads getting close to limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 8 Sep 2016 33,092 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated linkages seized up (2.4A.2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front brakes pads getting close to limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads getting close to min thickness (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting close to min depth (1.2mm) (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,971 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 23,657 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2014 23,657 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 18,963 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 18,912 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 16,650 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 9,681 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 8,857 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 PJY is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 PJY, 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 RE04 PJY registered?

RE04 PJY is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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The MOT history for RE04 PJY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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