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SR04 BXX

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,720 mi
Last recorded8,720 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR04 BXX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 8,720 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 8,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 8,720 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 8,720 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 8,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2012 8,720 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 8,720 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 8,720 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 5,862 miles

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 13 Aug 2007 2,351 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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SR04 BXX is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SR04 BXX, 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 SR04 BXX registered?

SR04 BXX is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 July 2004.

Is SR04 BXX safe to buy?

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