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GF54 ELW

2004 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,436 mi
Last recorded137,436 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 ELW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 137,436 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 131,644 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

general corrosion to under body and components

Pass 5 Dec 2019 127,003 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 120,940 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 120,935 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2017 114,824 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 109,156 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both side (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Nov 2016 109,156 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both side (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 103,911 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 103,911 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage LENS (6.1.C.1)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 98,414 miles

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)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 93,565 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 88,916 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 81,746 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 81,745 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 76,472 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 65,504 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 53,396 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2008 52,777 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 38,111 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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GF54 ELW is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF54 ELW, 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 GF54 ELW registered?

GF54 ELW is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is GF54 ELW safe to buy?

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