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SF04 TRP

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

21,732 mi
Last recorded21,732 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 TRP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 21,732 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 21,613 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 19,449 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 17,398 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 17,225 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 16,930 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 16,612 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 16,612 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 15,993 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 15,333 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 14,989 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 14,843 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 14,493 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 14,098 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 14,098 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 11,994 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 11,994 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 10,033 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Aug 2012 10,029 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 6,863 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 5,803 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 4,172 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 2,412 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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SF04 TRP is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SF04 TRP, 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 SF04 TRP registered?

SF04 TRP is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is SF04 TRP safe to buy?

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