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RO04 FKP

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,316 mi
Last recorded49,316 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FKP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 49,316 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 48,308 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 44,460 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 40,563 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 40,400 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 38,380 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

number plate cable tied on but secure

Pass 12 Oct 2017 36,209 miles

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

Rear brake pads low.

Fail 1 Sep 2017 36,194 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

left mirror hitting screen

Pass 18 Aug 2016 34,951 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 32,069 miles

Drive chain slightly loose has tight links (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 28,992 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 25,300 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 25,300 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 20,863 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,778 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 11,571 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 11,571 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 8,245 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 2,390 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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 FKP is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FKP, 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 FKP registered?

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

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The MOT history for RO04 FKP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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