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RE53 FTA

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,514 mi
Last recorded18,514 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 FTA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 18,514 miles

Fuel Cap Seal Slightly perishing but sealing

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

Fail 5 Jul 2023 18,514 miles

Fuel Cap Seal Slightly perishing but sealing

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

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 18,010 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 17,901 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 16,755 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 16,186 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 15,652 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 15,652 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 15,435 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 14,670 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 14,377 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 14,043 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 13,598 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,072 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 9,719 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 9,653 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 9,471 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 8,998 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)

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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RE53 FTA is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RE53 FTA, 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 RE53 FTA registered?

RE53 FTA is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is RE53 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 FTA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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