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CA04 UVB

2004 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

40,790 mi
Last recorded40,790 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 UVB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 40,790 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 35,267 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 35,209 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride missing clip front caliper (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

clutch lever does not return very good

rear disc very thin

throttle loads of free play

Pass 7 Oct 2015 29,475 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 26,373 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 26,373 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 23,087 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 19,660 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 19,640 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 16,268 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 12,979 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 12,796 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 9,385 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 5,786 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 690 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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CA04 UVB is a 2004 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CA04 UVB, 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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CA04 UVB is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is CA04 UVB safe to buy?

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