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YP04 VUT

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,776 mi
Last recorded41,776 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP04 VUT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 41,776 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 34,695 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 31,655 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 29,829 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 29,829 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 27,524 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 27,524 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 25,040 miles

some slight cracking to walls of front and rear tyres

Pass 21 Apr 2015 21,980 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 21,980 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 10,569 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 10,520 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 9,555 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 8,143 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 5,663 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 1,869 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 1,418 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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YP04 VUT is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 YP04 VUT, 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 YP04 VUT registered?

YP04 VUT is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 June 2004.

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