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PX54 YRP

2004 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,819 mi
Last recorded169,819 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX54 YRP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 169,819 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Electronic power steering wiring slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 165,787 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2017 165,787 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 160,657 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 160,657 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 149,688 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 139,641 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2014 139,605 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Fail 22 May 2013 115,586 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2013 115,586 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 94,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light is on

Pass 9 May 2011 71,741 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 47,034 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 36,157 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,826 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 21,217 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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PX54 YRP is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PX54 YRP, 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 PX54 YRP registered?

PX54 YRP is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 December 2004.

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