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P8 LBD

2004 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,448 mi
Last recorded125,448 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 LBD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 125,448 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/rf16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 111,290 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 111,270 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 99,392 miles

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

tyres wearing on edges(tracking needs checking)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 99,392 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/rf16 (4.1.D.1b)

tyres wearing on edges(tracking needs checking)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 88,059 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 78,232 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 67,182 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 54,630 miles

rear nearside tyre wearing on inner edge.

Fail 2 Jul 2013 54,630 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear nearside tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 30 Dec 2011 43,102 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

tyre wanring light on, vehical has puncture

Pass 15 Dec 2010 32,630 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 32,630 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 26,180 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 19,422 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 19,422 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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 25 Oct 2007 14,915 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 14,915 miles

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

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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P8 LBD 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 66.7%.

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 P8 LBD, 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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P8 LBD is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 October 2004.

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