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RO04 FKF

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

8,442 mi
Last recorded8,442 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FKF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 8,442 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 8,432 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 7,834 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 7,341 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 7,341 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 6,977 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 6,973 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 6,491 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 6,349 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 6,349 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2010 6,203 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 5,593 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 5,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 5,039 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 4,215 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 FKF is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FKF, 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 RO04 FKF registered?

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

Is RO04 FKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO04 FKF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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