Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2004 Bmw 1 Series Petrol 1596cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 137,436 miles on the clock, averaging 7,004 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Bmw 1 Series issues include r/2018/132 and october 2013 vacuum pump recall.
MOT & Mileage History for GF54 ELW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,436 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,792 |
| Average per year | 7,004 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 1 Series
These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 1 Series models (2004–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
R/2018/132
October 2013 vacuum pump recall
Timing chain issues
Ignition coil failures
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF54 ELW |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GF54 ELW
What car is GF54 ELW?
GF54 ELW is a red Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GF54 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for GF54 ELW was 137,436 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF54 ELW passed its MOT?
GF54 ELW has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2021.
Is GF54 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF54 ELW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GF54 ELW?
GF54 ELW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.