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RO04 FKJ

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,022 mi
Last recorded70,022 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FKJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 70,022 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 68,349 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 67,800 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 65,652 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 63,593 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 59,975 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 56,871 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 52,257 miles

Front pads getting low

Pass 28 Feb 2015 45,006 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 31,847 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 31,780 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,323 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 14,222 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 10,855 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 9,023 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 7,171 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 7,171 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 4,584 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 FKJ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow 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 RO04 FKJ, 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 FKJ registered?

RO04 FKJ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is RO04 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO04 FKJ 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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