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HW54 FHR

2004 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

55,848 mi
Last recorded55,848 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW54 FHR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 55,848 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Oct 2025 55,848 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 50,316 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 50,316 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 42,426 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 42,426 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 38,044 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 32,990 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 30,356 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 30,082 miles

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

Under tray fitted.

Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,989 miles

Under tray fitted.

Pass 25 Nov 2016 26,523 miles

Under tray fitted.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 22,709 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit over 10yrs old. (4.1.E.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under tray fitted.

Pass 12 Nov 2014 14,974 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 14,666 miles

Both rear tyres 10yrs old.

Offside front tyre slight damage.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 14,191 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 13,619 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 13,220 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 12,948 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 12,444 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 11,025 miles

o/s/f tyre very close to legal limit

Pass 30 Aug 2007 8,881 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit

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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HW54 FHR is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 HW54 FHR, 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 HW54 FHR registered?

HW54 FHR is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is HW54 FHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW54 FHR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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