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LR54 LVL

2004 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

51,942 mi
Last recorded51,942 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 LVL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 51,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 47,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 43,579 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 38,483 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 35,985 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 31,322 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 31,322 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 26,601 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 19,821 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 17,973 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 17,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 17,184 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 15,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 15,777 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 13,975 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 12,514 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 10,608 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 8,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 8,604 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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LR54 LVL is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LR54 LVL, 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 LR54 LVL registered?

LR54 LVL is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is LR54 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR54 LVL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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