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A55035

2015 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,245 mi
Last recorded27,245 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 1 Series48,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA55035
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 27,245 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2025 27,241 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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A55035 is a 2015 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2015 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 A55035, 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 11 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A55035?

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What year was A55035 registered?

A55035 is a 2015 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2015.

Is A55035 safe to buy?

The MOT history for A55035 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A55035 have outstanding finance?

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