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RO04 FJX

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,989 mi
Last recorded38,989 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FJX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 38,989 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also cracking on side walls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 38,989 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 38,989 miles

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 38,690 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 36,691 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 36,663 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

main beam light on when lights on dip beam

Pass 26 Apr 2010 24,136 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 23,620 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 23,365 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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RO04 FJX is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RO04 FJX, 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 RO04 FJX registered?

RO04 FJX is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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