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RO04 FKT

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,582 mi
Last recorded31,582 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FKT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 31,582 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 30,165 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 30,152 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 28,938 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 25,294 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 24,132 miles

Nearside Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 23,912 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 23,912 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 10 May 2016 21,913 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 21,908 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 21,657 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 21,657 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 20,587 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 18,143 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 15,441 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 23 Sep 2009 13,470 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 13,470 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 11,943 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 8,596 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 5,046 miles

Potential for the drive chain to touch centre stand,Stand in incorrect posistion when raised.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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 FKT is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FKT, 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 FKT registered?

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

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