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VE04 JCY

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55,191 mi
Last recorded55,191 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE04 JCY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2026 55,191 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working Does not illuminate by the operation of rear brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front radiator damp

Pass 6 Aug 2025 54,555 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 54,555 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2011 49,226 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 37,069 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 25,965 miles

Handlebar guards foul on screen on full lock

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 25,962 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Handlebar guards foul on screen on full lock

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 10,049 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 7,472 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 7,472 miles

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

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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VE04 JCY 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 60%.

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 VE04 JCY, 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 VE04 JCY registered?

VE04 JCY is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is VE04 JCY safe to buy?

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