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ST04 KUY

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,436 mi
Last recorded15,436 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST04 KUY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 15,436 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 15,270 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 14,562 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2020 14,562 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake master cylinder reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) axle clamp pinch bolt snapped (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 13,222 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 13,114 miles

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 9,913 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 7,521 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 7,521 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 6,702 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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ST04 KUY is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ST04 KUY, 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 ST04 KUY registered?

ST04 KUY is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 22 April 2004.

Is ST04 KUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST04 KUY shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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