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EN54 LTJ

2004 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,889 mi
Last recorded127,889 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN54 LTJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2015 127,889 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2015 127,866 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to n/s/f wing, bumper

Pass 12 Sep 2013 109,979 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 93,661 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 76,266 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 64,574 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 43,614 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 32,473 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 27,319 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 27,319 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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EN54 LTJ is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EN54 LTJ, 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 EN54 LTJ registered?

EN54 LTJ is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is EN54 LTJ safe to buy?

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