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DA54 TFZ

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,542 mi
Last recorded26,542 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 TFZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 26,542 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2025 26,542 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 26,481 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 23,314 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 23,255 miles

Central Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions backwards (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose cush drive knock (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 18,717 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 16,522 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 16,055 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 14,901 miles

long free play on rear brake pedal

Pass 15 Aug 2012 14,818 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,817 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 14,817 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 12,486 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 10,041 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 6,790 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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DA54 TFZ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DA54 TFZ, 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 DA54 TFZ registered?

DA54 TFZ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 December 2004.

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