BG54 JWF

2004 BMW — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
BMW
Year
2004
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1596 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 10 July 2018
Last recorded mileage
13,641 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 72/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2004 Bmw has 13 MOT tests on record with a 85% pass rate and 13,641 miles. While it has a valid Euro NCAP safety rating, the vehicle's age and recurring issues warrant a thorough inspection.

The vehicle shows consistently low annual mileage, averaging 6,753 miles/year, with a notable spike in 2012-2013 (14,631 miles in 12 months) and a subsequent drop, but no suspicious drops or round numbers.

Things to check

  • Recurring brake system failures (2015, 2016) and numerous advisories indicate chronic neglect.
  • The 2017-07-10 MOT advisory for 'Offside front fog lens damaged' suggests poor maintenance.
  • The 2018-07-10 MOT expiry and current SORN status indicate the vehicle is not roadworthy.
  • The 2004 manufacture date means significant accumulated wear and potential age-related issues.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 2 historical failures
  • Consistent, low annual mileage (6,753 mi/yr) suggests light use and potential longevity.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a well-designed and safe vehicle.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies in the provided MOT history.

Mileage history

Nov 2007: 13,641 mi PASSNov 2008: 17,961 mi PASSNov 2009: 21,965 mi PASSNov 2010: 26,759 mi PASSAug 2011: 28,952 mi PASSAug 2012: 43,583 mi PASSAug 2013: 57,564 mi PASSJul 2014: 64,721 mi PASSJul 2015: 73,309 mi FAILJul 2015: 73,314 mi PASSJul 2016: 82,534 mi FAILJul 2016: 82,536 mi PASSJul 2017: 91,311 mi PASS91k52k14kNov 2007Jul 2017

MOT test history — 11/13 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Nov 2007 PASS 13,641 mi None recorded
Nov 2008 PASS 17,961 mi None recorded
Nov 2009 PASS 21,965 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nov 2010 PASS 26,759 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Aug 2011 PASS 28,952 mi
USER ENTERED Rear Brake-discs have surface corrosion (not affecting brake performance).
Aug 2012 PASS 43,583 mi None recorded
Aug 2013 PASS 57,564 mi None recorded
Jul 2014 PASS 64,721 mi None recorded
Jul 2015 FAIL 73,309 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Additional braking device contacts damaged (3.6.I.1)
FAIL Nearside Front Additional braking device component(s) contaminated (3.6.I.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
USER ENTERED poor action from the o/s wiper blade.
Jul 2015 PASS 73,314 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
USER ENTERED poor action from the o/s wiper blade.
Jul 2016 FAIL 82,534 mi
FAIL Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
ADVISORY Brake hose slightly deteriorated near side and off side fronts (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY under trays and engine covers fitted
Jul 2016 PASS 82,536 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
ADVISORY Brake hose slightly deteriorated near side and off side fronts (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY under trays and engine covers fitted
Jul 2017 PASS 91,311 mi
ADVISORY Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
ADVISORY Offside front fog lens damaged

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