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SJ54 CFG

2004 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,636 mi
Last recorded110,636 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 1 Series82,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ54 CFG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 110,636 miles

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

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 105,500 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 105,500 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 103,433 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 101,025 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 98,831 miles

offside wiper poor in condition

Fail 2 Nov 2012 98,831 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside wiper poor in condition

Pass 6 Jun 2011 92,942 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 92,942 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 May 2010 88,815 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 68,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

nearside sill plastic damaged

offside front tyre worn on outer shoulder

Fail 1 May 2009 68,057 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

nearside sill plastic damaged

offside front tyre worn on outer shoulder

Pass 26 Apr 2008 48,746 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 24,166 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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SJ54 CFG is a 2004 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SJ54 CFG, 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 SJ54 CFG registered?

SJ54 CFG is a 2004 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is SJ54 CFG safe to buy?

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