2004 BMW F Series 0.7L Petrol · PK04 AHD

The vehicle has a current roadworthiness status of passed, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 2022-03-30 at 59,754 miles. However, the maintenance trend is concerning, as several recurring faults have been highlighted over the years. The recent test flagged no defects, but the history shows a pattern of brake-related issues, including binding rear brakes and close-to-minimum-limit front brake pads, which were first noted in 2018 and have persisted in subsequent tests. The recorded mileage of 59,754 miles, accumulated over approximately 22 years, is remarkably low for a vehicle of this age. Typically, a vehicle of this age would have accumulated significantly more mileage. This suggests that the vehicle has been subject to either lighter use or long periods of standing. Notably, there is a gap of over two years between the 2018 and 2020 tests, and another gap of nearly two years between the 2020 and 2022 tests. The mileage accumulation between these tests is also relatively low, with only about 1,500 miles added in each period. A buyer should inspect the vehicle's brake system in person, paying close attention to the rear brakes, which have been flagged for binding in the past. The history also suggests that the front brake pads may be nearing the minimum limit, as they have been close to or at this limit in several tests. Additionally, the vehicle's suspension should be inspected, as the rear suspension has been noted to be slightly stiff in the past. The buyer should also check the exhaust system, as the fuel cap seal was noted to be faulty in the 2018 test. Furthermore, the buyer should inspect the vehicle's structural integrity, as the rear suspension component mounting was modified in 2020, which may indicate underlying issues with the vehicle's structure.