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FY54 UOR

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94 mi
Last recorded94 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 UOR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 94 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 43,931 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 43,477 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 43,467 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 41,955 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 41,222 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 39,483 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 36,163 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2014 36,006 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

some vertical play on rear suspension "dog bone" bush

Pass 9 Sep 2012 34,605 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

slight oil presence under engine

Pass 2 Nov 2010 30,815 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 26,972 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 18,649 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 12,019 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 12,019 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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FY54 UOR is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 FY54 UOR, 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 FY54 UOR registered?

FY54 UOR is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 October 2004.

Is FY54 UOR safe to buy?

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