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MY04 EMS

2004 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

133,320 mi
Last recorded133,320 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY04 EMS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 133,320 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 127,865 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 127,858 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 120,715 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 120,715 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 112,587 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2018 112,586 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 106,193 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 31 Mar 2016 99,631 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 94,464 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 94,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 87,395 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 72,943 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 72,943 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 56,977 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 49,142 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 43,306 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

full undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Sep 2008 37,461 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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MY04 EMS is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 MY04 EMS, 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.

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What year was MY04 EMS registered?

MY04 EMS is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is MY04 EMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY04 EMS shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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