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CA54 KNJ

2004 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,479 mi
Last recorded120,479 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 KNJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 120,479 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 116,810 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2013 111,624 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2012 105,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 98,841 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 98,841 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 89,815 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 76,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 61,160 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 43,715 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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CA54 KNJ is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 82,797 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA54 KNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA54 KNJ registered?

CA54 KNJ is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 December 2004.

Is CA54 KNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA54 KNJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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