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PE54 OPU

2004 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,932 mi
Last recorded110,932 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE54 OPU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 110,932 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 106,020 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2018 106,020 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 102,514 miles

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 1 Dec 2015 81,909 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 68,996 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 61,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake flex hoses cracked

both front tyres worn on outer edges

n/s/f n/s/r wheel rims distorted

Fail 28 Sep 2013 61,878 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake flex hoses cracked

both front tyres worn on outer edges

n/s/f n/s/r wheel rims distorted

Pass 14 Sep 2012 51,956 miles

n/s/f wheel rim distorted

Pass 19 Sep 2011 42,453 miles

both front brake flex hoses cracked

Pass 25 Sep 2010 33,231 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges

power steering pipe damp

windscreen marked

Pass 24 Sep 2009 24,852 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 18,994 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 11,960 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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PE54 OPU is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 PE54 OPU, 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 PE54 OPU registered?

PE54 OPU is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is PE54 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE54 OPU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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