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AK55 XBM

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,085 mi
Last recorded124,085 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XBM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 124,085 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 113,984 miles

nearside rear handbrake low

Pass 26 Sep 2014 104,894 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 96,241 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 96,241 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 92,138 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 73,580 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 59,299 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 53,338 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 43,907 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

front tyres worn low on edges

rear tyres 4mm

some wear front brake discs

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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AK55 XBM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 86,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK55 XBM, 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 21 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 AK55 XBM registered?

AK55 XBM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is AK55 XBM safe to buy?

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