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YM04 FML

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

46,813 mi
Last recorded46,813 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 FML
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 46,813 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 46,135 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 41,983 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 41,730 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear stonecatcher insecure

Pass 9 Aug 2021 37,142 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 37,139 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 37,118 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 37,118 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 36,354 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 35,416 miles

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

Slightly corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2016 33,829 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 32,002 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

drive chain is getting a wee bit rough

rear brake slightly tight

Fail 20 Nov 2014 29,525 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

rear brake binding just slightly

Pass 20 Nov 2014 29,525 miles

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

rear brake binding just slightly

Pass 30 Oct 2013 26,202 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 25,082 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 19,736 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 17,525 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 16,789 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2010 16,789 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 14,077 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 9,895 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 7,931 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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YM04 FML is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YM04 FML, 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.

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What year was YM04 FML registered?

YM04 FML is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 June 2004.

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