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HN54 XBZ

2004 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,099 mi
Last recorded109,099 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN54 XBZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2023 109,099 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 104,676 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 104,676 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 98,095 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 98,091 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Dec 2020 92,279 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2020 92,278 miles

Brake warning device not identifying low pressure warning light stays on (1.1.4 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 83,783 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 81,590 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 79,411 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 75,163 miles

Both front flexy brake hoses slightly perised

OSF tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2014 73,229 miles

Both front brake hoses slightly perished

Both rear tyre treads low

Dent in left hand rear wheel inner rim

Front brake pads are low

Pass 6 Nov 2013 68,207 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 62,425 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 56,335 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 50,869 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 50,859 miles

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)

Both front tyres edging off

Pass 4 Nov 2009 43,680 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 35,806 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 27,801 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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HN54 XBZ is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HN54 XBZ, 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 HN54 XBZ registered?

HN54 XBZ is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 November 2004.

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