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YL04 AXH

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,876 mi
Last recorded39,876 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 AXH
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 39,876 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 38,111 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 36,970 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 35,787 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 34,878 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 34,433 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 33,967 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 32,566 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 29,992 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 29,035 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 28,821 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle deteriorated and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 28,821 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 28,749 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 25,235 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 22,705 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Oct 2010 22,674 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 20,054 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 16,970 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 14,257 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 8,548 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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YL04 AXH 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 YL04 AXH, 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 YL04 AXH registered?

YL04 AXH is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 August 2004.

Is YL04 AXH safe to buy?

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