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VN04 AEM

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

66,198 mi
Last recorded66,198 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN04 AEM
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 66,198 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 64,903 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 64,295 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 61,369 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 59,266 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 54,579 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 52,268 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 47,770 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 38,488 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 33,383 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 28,440 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 18,524 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 18,516 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 6,782 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 6,791 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 6,775 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 6,693 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 5,692 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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VN04 AEM is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VN04 AEM, 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 VN04 AEM registered?

VN04 AEM is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 June 2004.

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The MOT history for VN04 AEM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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