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YH04 HFF

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,772 mi
Last recorded22,772 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH04 HFF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 22,772 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 22,701 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 22,684 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2023 22,684 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play excessive freeplay and knock from wheel bearings in eccentric rear hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy notch in centre of steering (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure large crack appearing around offside tyre wall - tyre is dated 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem seriously damaged large cracks in valve (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged lots of cracks in valve (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim large ding in rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn below manufacturers minimum thickness (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements brake switch inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear tyre is dated 2014 - liable to start cracking under normal usage

coolant expansion bottle not located correctly on top of engine area

large oil leak from top area of engine

Pass 19 Oct 2022 22,617 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 22,572 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 22,564 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 22,529 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 21,814 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 18,547 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 15,210 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 11,789 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,326 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 10,396 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 9,554 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 8,961 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 8,493 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,067 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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YH04 HFF is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YH04 HFF, 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 YH04 HFF registered?

YH04 HFF is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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