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LY54 KZN

2004 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,624 mi
Last recorded146,624 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 KZN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 146,624 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 146,623 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 135,450 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2016 135,450 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 119,392 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 110,936 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 105,867 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 97,602 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 97,602 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 87,928 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 68,671 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 49,053 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 48,835 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 36,384 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

n/s front tyre worn on outer tread.

Pass 10 May 2007 21,700 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 KZN is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KZN, 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 KZN registered?

LY54 KZN is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 December 2004.

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