2004 BMW F Series MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for F Series models manufactured in 2004, based on 1,715 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all F Series cars tested in 2004. Want to see how cars built in 2004 hold up over time?
View 2004 BMW F Series vintage page → (79.9% current pass rate)2004 BMW F Series MOT Analysis
The 2004 BMW F Series has an MOT pass rate of 83.4% based on 1,715 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 29,007 miles on the odometer. With a 16.6% failure rate, the 2004 F Series is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2004 BMW F Series is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 1.9% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors is the second most common issue at 1.6%. Motorcycle suspension follows at 1.3%.
Top failures specific to 2004 models only. The overall F Series page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 1.9% | 33 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.6% | 28 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.3% | 22 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.0% | 18 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.3% | 6 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.2% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.1% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 1 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 29,007 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.66 | 1.9% | 33 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.56 | 1.6% | 28 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.44 | 1.3% | 22 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.36 | 1.0% | 18 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.12 | 0.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.08 | 0.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.02 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.02 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.02 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2004 BMW F Series has an MOT pass rate of 83.4% based on 1,715 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 29,007 miles on the odometer. With a 16.6% failure rate, the 2004 F Series is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2004 BMW F Series, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). With relatively low average mileage of 29,007 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle brakes — 1.9% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 1.9% of MOT failures on 2004 BMW F Series models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.6% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 2004 BMW F Series models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle suspension — 1.3% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 2004 BMW F Series models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.