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YD04 SCA

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,431 mi
Last recorded18,431 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD04 SCA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 18,431 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 18,115 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 17,693 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 16,614 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 16,599 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 16,388 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 15,980 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 15,362 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 15,011 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 13,325 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 12,955 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 12,610 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 11,781 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 10,242 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 7,880 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 7,880 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 6,625 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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YD04 SCA is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 YD04 SCA, 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 YD04 SCA registered?

YD04 SCA is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 August 2004.

Is YD04 SCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD04 SCA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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