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SG54 UBZ

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,153 mi
Last recorded52,153 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG54 UBZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 52,153 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 52,005 miles

Central Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play bottom o/s bush free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 May 2016 50,616 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 50,615 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 40,461 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 39,028 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 37,726 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 35,402 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 33,028 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 27,940 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 27,940 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 21,112 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,791 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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SG54 UBZ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SG54 UBZ, 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 SG54 UBZ registered?

SG54 UBZ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is SG54 UBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG54 UBZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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