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LS54 UVR

2004 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

65,619 mi
Last recorded65,619 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 UVR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 65,619 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 56,610 miles

Offside Front Lower Fog lamp lens damaged

Fail 5 Jun 2025 56,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Fog lamp lens damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 49,537 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 49,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2023 42,599 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 42,599 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 41,742 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 41,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 40,626 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 39,288 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 38,220 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside Front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 36,787 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 35,255 miles

Front Tyres Wearing on Edges

Pass 8 Nov 2016 33,444 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 33,444 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 31,668 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 30,147 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 28,136 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 26,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Worn on Outer Edge

Nearside Rear 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 28 Oct 2011 24,045 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 21,964 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 19,765 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 16,430 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 16,410 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 13,211 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 13,127 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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LS54 UVR is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 LS54 UVR, 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 LS54 UVR registered?

LS54 UVR is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is LS54 UVR safe to buy?

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