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EJ04 WXV

2004 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,838 mi
Last recorded37,838 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ04 WXV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 37,838 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 37,712 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 37,708 miles

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 37,340 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 37,000 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 35,292 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 34,603 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 34,079 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 32,301 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 30,589 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 27,908 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 27,492 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2013 26,740 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2013 26,740 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 26,204 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 25,634 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 24,734 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2009 24,734 miles

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 23,700 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 22,577 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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EJ04 WXV is a 2004 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EJ04 WXV, 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 EJ04 WXV registered?

EJ04 WXV is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 June 2004.

Is EJ04 WXV safe to buy?

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