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RO04 FLF

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,862 mi
Last recorded17,862 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FLF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 17,862 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 17,862 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,371 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 15,033 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 13,498 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 13,498 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2011 12,159 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Aug 2011 12,130 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 11,346 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 10,202 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 9,361 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 7,060 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 FLF is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FLF, 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 FLF registered?

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

Is RO04 FLF safe to buy?

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