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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 100,762 miles on the clock, averaging 7,387 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 RA54 XCL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,762 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,387 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RA54 XCL |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RA54 XCL
What car is RA54 XCL?
RA54 XCL is an blue Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RA54 XCL?
The last recorded mileage for RA54 XCL was 100,762 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA54 XCL passed its MOT?
RA54 XCL has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2019.
Is RA54 XCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA54 XCL 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 RA54 XCL?
RA54 XCL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.