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RF54 GHG

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

65,488 mi
Last recorded65,488 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 GHG
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 65,488 miles

Cannot see brake fluid level. Will check after test

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

Rear Cannot see brake fluid level. Will check after test

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 61,867 miles

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

Front Cannot see fluid in brake reservoir, discoloured. Will check after test

Rear Cannot see fluid in brake reservoir, discoloured. Will check after test

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 61,867 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Cannot see fluid in brake reservoir, discoloured. Will check after test

Rear Cannot see fluid in brake reservoir, discoloured. Will check after test

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 61,676 miles

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

Front Cannot see fluid level, discoloured lens, will check after test

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 61,676 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Cannot see fluid level, discoloured lens, will check after test

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 61,464 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 61,000 miles

Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 60,846 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 60,724 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 60,647 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 57,641 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 56,641 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 51,120 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Nov 2015 46,076 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 38,143 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Dec 2013 29,298 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 17,360 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 10,218 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 9,932 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,063 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 8,081 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 8,025 miles

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

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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RF54 GHG is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RF54 GHG, 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 RF54 GHG registered?

RF54 GHG is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is RF54 GHG safe to buy?

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