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SY04 ENF

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

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Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY04 ENF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026
Pass 7 Apr 2025

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 12 Dec 2023 31,016 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2023 31,016 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 30,945 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 30,857 miles

Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired front caliper floating bush stiff action (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 30,857 miles

Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired front caliper floating bush stiff action (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Rear Brake cylinder has no reserve travel and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (e) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 30,739 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 30,393 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 28,464 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 28,464 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 26,398 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 25,857 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 25,857 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 25,603 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 25,603 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 24,764 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside front tyre starting to crack on sidewall

Fail 5 Jul 2013 24,764 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside front tyre starting to crack on sidewall

Pass 13 Jul 2012 24,147 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 24,147 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 24,096 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,751 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,845 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 15,782 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 15,782 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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SY04 ENF is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 SY04 ENF, 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 SY04 ENF registered?

SY04 ENF is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 July 2004.

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