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SY54 MZW

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,102 mi
Last recorded25,102 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY54 MZW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 25,102 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025
Pass 9 Mar 2024
Fail 29 Feb 2024

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2022 16,023 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 16,023 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 16,023 miles

Central Rear lense loose on one side but not likely to become detached

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 15,101 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 15,057 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 13,417 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 12,224 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 11,723 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 11,178 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 10,375 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 9,012 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 8,718 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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SY54 MZW is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY54 MZW, 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 SY54 MZW registered?

SY54 MZW is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is SY54 MZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY54 MZW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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