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YG04 ZPD

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,896 mi
Last recorded39,896 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG04 ZPD
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 39,896 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 39,564 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2024 39,547 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 39,423 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 39,091 miles

Front perishing to side wall but serviceable

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

fuel cap rubber perishing but serviceable

Fail 2 Jul 2022 39,086 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low front headlamp unit insecure within mask (4.1.2 (a))

Front perishing to side wall but serviceable

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

fuel cap rubber perishing but serviceable

Pass 22 Jun 2021 33,161 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 33,121 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 32,457 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 30,837 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 29,231 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 26,644 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 22,971 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 13,559 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,559 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 12,481 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,171 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 10,170 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 3,685 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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YG04 ZPD 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 84.2%.

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 YG04 ZPD, 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 YG04 ZPD registered?

YG04 ZPD is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is YG04 ZPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG04 ZPD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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