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FL04 BGE

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,691 mi
Last recorded24,691 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL04 BGE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 24,691 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Upper Fuel hose slightly loose Suspect tank overfull and spilling from overflow (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 24,604 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 24,604 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released When front brake applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 24,479 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 24,247 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 24,192 miles

both tyres deflated

Pass 23 Mar 2019 24,130 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 24,029 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 24,027 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 24,017 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 24,013 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 23,928 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake has slight bind

pivot pin worn on clutch lever

rear tyre low presure poss puncture

Pass 25 Jun 2011 23,865 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,695 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 23,694 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 23,478 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 23,460 miles

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

clutch lever pivot point worn

Pass 5 Apr 2008 23,030 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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FL04 BGE is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL04 BGE, 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 FL04 BGE registered?

FL04 BGE is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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