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WV54 FTU

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

46,820 mi
Last recorded46,820 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV54 FTU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 46,820 miles

Central Front Upper Slight movement on mountain points but seam secure at time of test

Central Rear Lower Slight play rear mono shock bearings

Offside Rear Lower No reserve travel rear brake pedal

Fail 26 Oct 2020 46,820 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high To high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Position lamp not working Side light not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Front Upper Slight movement on mountain points but seam secure at time of test

Central Rear Lower Slight play rear mono shock bearings

Offside Rear Lower No reserve travel rear brake pedal

Pass 30 Mar 2019 16,738 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 16,738 miles

Direction indicator not working near side front (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 46,143 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 46,143 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 40,854 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear shocker very little damping affect

Central Rear Lower mono shock bearing worn and have slight ply

Pass 21 Mar 2016 33,817 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 31,457 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 30,032 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 30,019 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 22,448 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 19,523 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 9,183 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 7,850 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 7,147 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 6,125 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 4,761 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 4,761 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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WV54 FTU is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WV54 FTU, 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 WV54 FTU registered?

WV54 FTU is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 September 2004.

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