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LX54 CEU

2004 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,405 mi
Last recorded44,405 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 CEU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 44,405 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 44,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 39,874 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

handle bars are bent

Fail 27 Jul 2017 39,874 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

handle bars are bent

Pass 19 Jul 2016 35,208 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 35,208 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2015 34,422 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 9 Sep 2015 34,422 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 31,813 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 31,684 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 26,351 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2013 26,335 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 May 2012 19,000 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 18,337 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 17,057 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 15,861 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 13,935 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,460 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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LX54 CEU is a 2004 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,343 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX54 CEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX54 CEU registered?

LX54 CEU is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 October 2004.

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