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YD04 SCC

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,915 mi
Last recorded28,915 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD04 SCC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 28,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 28,096 miles

None std exhaust fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2022 27,899 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 27,435 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 27,156 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 26,520 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 25,772 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 24,424 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 24,423 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)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 23,495 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 22,225 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 20,615 miles

Nearside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

high beam tell-tail not working

Pass 18 Jul 2013 20,510 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 20,059 miles

front and rear indicators slightly deteriorated, but function not impaired

front and rear tyres close to 1mm limit

high beam tell-tail light not working

Pass 13 Jul 2011 19,977 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Tyres required soon

Pass 13 Jul 2010 17,413 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

cut in rear tyre, not down to the ply at this time

Pass 14 Jul 2009 19,078 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Fail 14 Jul 2009 19,078 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

headlight mount insecure

Pass 19 Jul 2008 18,303 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 15,895 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 SCC is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SCC, 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 SCC registered?

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

Is YD04 SCC safe to buy?

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