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BV04 DVR

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,763 mi
Last recorded34,763 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 DVR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 34,763 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 31,714 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 29,403 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 26,097 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 23,459 miles

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

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

Slight cracking in front tyre sidewall

Pass 9 Aug 2013 21,260 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight cracking in front tyre sidewall detected

Pass 26 Jul 2012 19,953 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front fork stanchions slightly pitted

Fail 26 Jul 2012 19,930 miles

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front fork stanchions slightly pitted

Pass 20 Aug 2011 17,800 miles

slight pitting on fork stanchions

Pass 10 Aug 2010 16,651 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2010 16,651 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 13,586 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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BV04 DVR is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV04 DVR, 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 BV04 DVR registered?

BV04 DVR is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is BV04 DVR safe to buy?

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