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FL04 BCK

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,677 mi
Last recorded47,677 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL04 BCK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 47,677 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 47,518 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 47,374 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 47,272 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 47,105 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 46,966 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 46,683 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 44,200 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 44,126 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 41,752 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 41,742 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 39,828 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 39,397 miles

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 33,288 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 27,214 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 23,241 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 15,233 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 8,816 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 7,494 miles

nail in rear tyre

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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FL04 BCK 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 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FL04 BCK, 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 FL04 BCK registered?

FL04 BCK is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is FL04 BCK safe to buy?

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