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EF54 OKC

2004 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

72,735 mi
Last recorded72,735 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 OKC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 72,735 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 69,512 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 69,347 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle unexpectedly shuts off during the test

Pass 5 Jul 2022 66,324 miles

nsr brake pipe corroded

nsr coil springs corroded

osr brake pipe corroded

osr coil spring corroded

slight engine oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2021 62,774 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 60,920 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake fluid change showing overdue since 03/2020 on instrument cluster

front brake warning light showing -1900 miles on instrument cluster

Pass 21 Jun 2019 57,162 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 51,667 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 48,106 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 48,106 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 45,486 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 45,486 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 40,306 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 37,753 miles

alll four tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Jan 2013 33,862 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 30,948 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 28,026 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 22,416 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 16,870 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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EF54 OKC is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EF54 OKC, 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.

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What year was EF54 OKC registered?

EF54 OKC is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is EF54 OKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF54 OKC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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