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RE54 GRZ

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

46,403 mi
Last recorded46,403 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE54 GRZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 46,403 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 46,377 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 45,306 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 44,901 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch steering headbearings (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 44,748 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 44,729 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 44,647 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 44,397 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 40,946 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 37,392 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 33,718 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 32,043 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 29,437 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 25,868 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 15,997 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 10,207 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 9,780 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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RE54 GRZ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RE54 GRZ, 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 RE54 GRZ registered?

RE54 GRZ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is RE54 GRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE54 GRZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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