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SY04 TZL

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

15,091 mi
Last recorded15,091 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY04 TZL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 15,091 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 14,619 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 14,150 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 14,150 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2021 13,611 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 13,586 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 12,924 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 12,477 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 12,453 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 12,007 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 12,007 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 10,956 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 8,384 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 12 Jul 2012 4,835 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 4,872 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Aug 2009 4,777 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 1,800 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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SY04 TZL is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TZL, 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 SY04 TZL registered?

SY04 TZL is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 April 2004.

Is SY04 TZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY04 TZL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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