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WV04 EYP

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

31,199 mi
Last recorded31,199 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV04 EYP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 31,199 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 28,864 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 28,074 miles

Rear Shock absorber has reduced damping effect

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

Fail 18 Mar 2022 28,074 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has reduced damping effect

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 24,926 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 22,861 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2019 22,861 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Chain adjuster (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 17,439 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 1 Jun 2017 17,036 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front tyre perished

Pass 4 Mar 2016 13,438 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 13,421 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 13,417 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 13,413 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 13,152 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 11,799 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2008 11,453 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 9,077 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2007 8,970 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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WV04 EYP is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 WV04 EYP, 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.

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What year was WV04 EYP registered?

WV04 EYP is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 March 2004.

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