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RO04 FMU

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,307 mi
Last recorded60,307 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 FMU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2014 60,307 miles

advised front tyre getting low tread

advised osf indicator been repaired

advised rear chain guard broken

advised rear tyre getting low tread

advised slight binding front brake

advised slight play rear suspension

Pass 18 Mar 2013 57,864 miles

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

osf indecator braket broken

Fail 15 Mar 2013 57,853 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Nearside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

osf indecator braket broken

Fail 30 Mar 2012 51,472 miles

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 51,472 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 46,265 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain links stiff

hazard lamps not working

Fail 25 Mar 2011 46,265 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain links stiff

hazard lamps not working

Pass 25 Mar 2010 42,050 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Oil leak evident behind engine in area of rear suspension.

Pass 5 Mar 2009 35,084 miles

Number plate is cracked.

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 26,789 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 17,792 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 FMU is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FMU, 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 FMU registered?

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

Is RO04 FMU safe to buy?

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