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YX04 PLN

2004 BMW F Series

Gold Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

40,906 mi
Last recorded40,906 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX04 PLN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 40,906 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2026 40,906 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 4 Jul 2026 40,828 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated Brake pads corroded (1.1.13 (b))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Rear brake does not operate (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid spilt over the rear tyre and frame

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Possible nut missing from rear suspension linkage, unable to con firm if bolt is in a threaded component

Pass 17 Jun 2025 39,617 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged tyre valve stem cracking, not leaking yet (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear brake pads corroded

Rear small cut in tyre no visible cords showing

Fail 4 Jun 2025 39,611 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn excessive vertical play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged tyre valve stem cracking, not leaking yet (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark just about visible (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear brake pads corroded

Rear small cut in tyre no visible cords showing

Pass 10 May 2023 38,887 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 37,422 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 34,799 miles

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

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 32,607 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2019 24,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 12,445 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 12,245 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 11,730 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 11,165 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 10,162 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 8,999 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 8,999 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 7,613 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 5,248 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 2,418 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 1,319 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2007 878 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

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

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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YX04 PLN is a 2004 BMW F Series in Gold with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YX04 PLN, 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 YX04 PLN registered?

YX04 PLN is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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