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AD04 LZV

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

44,219 mi
Last recorded44,219 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 LZV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 44,219 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 43,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 43,034 miles

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

Rear Tyre perished on the sidewalls

Pass 25 Aug 2022 41,216 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 39,135 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 37,271 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 34,320 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 34,320 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 33,000 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 32,531 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 32,420 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 32,190 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 32,190 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 31,400 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 30,640 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 29,032 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 27,454 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 22,616 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 22,461 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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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AD04 LZV is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AD04 LZV, 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 AD04 LZV registered?

AD04 LZV is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 June 2004.

Is AD04 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 LZV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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