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ST04 VPA

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,525 mi
Last recorded10,525 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST04 VPA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2021 10,525 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected raises on full lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened broken (6.2.7 (b))

Rear hugger insecure

Pass 10 Oct 2020 8,230 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH SEALS (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 8,115 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 6,335 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2019 6,335 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 3,600 miles

Central Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 2,974 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 1,358 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 50 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 12,119 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 8,670 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 8,639 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 8,185 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 7,366 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Aug 2008 4,306 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 2,141 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 VPA is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VPA, 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 ST04 VPA registered?

ST04 VPA is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 June 2004.

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