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VN54 OXP

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

43,180 mi
Last recorded43,180 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 OXP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 43,180 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 43,109 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 42,834 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 42,672 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 41,935 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2021 41,919 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 40,056 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 35,524 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 34,258 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 32,735 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2015 29,437 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 29,437 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 27,665 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,892 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 23,196 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake pads getting low

Pass 4 Jun 2011 16,821 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,264 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 16,118 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 14,117 miles

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

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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VN54 OXP is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 VN54 OXP, 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 VN54 OXP registered?

VN54 OXP is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 December 2004.

Is VN54 OXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN54 OXP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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