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YR04 WTV

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

26,032 mi
Last recorded26,032 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR04 WTV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 26,032 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 22,805 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 22,792 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 22,386 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 22,076 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 21,571 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 21,571 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 21,028 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2020 21,028 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 20,207 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 18,901 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 17,073 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 15,120 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 13,194 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 11,856 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 9,465 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 8,032 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 6,882 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 6,508 miles

centre stand siezing on shaft

Fail 6 Sep 2010 6,483 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

centre stand siezing on shaft

Pass 21 Apr 2009 5,775 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 5,276 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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YR04 WTV is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YR04 WTV, 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 YR04 WTV registered?

YR04 WTV is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is YR04 WTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR04 WTV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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