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LY54 FME

2004 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,914 mi
Last recorded119,914 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 FME
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 119,914 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 119,889 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 116,773 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 113,796 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 113,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 112,466 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2019 112,466 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 106,953 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 106,953 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 102,954 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 96,378 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 86,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 72,043 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 64,423 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 56,205 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 44,040 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 35,818 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

covers fitted to under vehicle

front discs are worn

nearside front jacking block missing

nearside wiper blade stating to split

Pass 15 Dec 2009 28,384 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 19,137 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 14,902 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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LY54 FME is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc 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 LY54 FME, 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 LY54 FME registered?

LY54 FME is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is LY54 FME safe to buy?

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