MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
172,750 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Oil leak
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
(1.8B,2)The nearside dipped beam horizontal alignment is set at the lower limit of 2.0%
(2.7.3)The offside and the nearside front suspension dampers have a slight misting of oil present
(2d)Items within the boot which the nominated tester considers could prevent an mot test being carried out must be removed prior to presenting the vehicle for an examination
(3.7.2d)The front service brakes out of balance during their application are at 20%.It appears they are ready for service/repairs
(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes during their application/reducing modes are at 18% and 17%,which indicates they are ready for service/repairs
(3.7.7a)The offside rear parking brake performance results are lower than the nearside rear indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs
(6.2.1a)The offside front door outer handle does not return to its normal position without manual help,it appears that service is required,and the door could be insecure if the handle is not manually pushed home
(7.4B)The engine oil temperature measuring device did not register a signal and therefore has been bypassed,whereby a subjective assessment has been carried out in conjunction with the engine coolant hoses
(8.1.1b)The offside front door mirror rear view is slightly impeared due to a damaged glass
INTORDUCTION TO THE MOT TEST CRITERIA
NOTES TO THE VEHICLE PRESENTER
SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES - LATE ENTRY -
SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS
SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS
SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted protective covers in various location underneath the vehicle,which prevent an inspection of some steering,suspension,braking and vehicle structure checks
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)
(4.1D1)The nearside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit
(6.3.3a)The rear number plate does not display the name of the manufacturer which may be required for the next mot test
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
(4.1D1)The nearside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit
(6.3.3a)The rear number plate does not display the name of the manufacturer which may be required for the next mot test
How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?
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AO55 WMU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.
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 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 AO55 WMU, 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.
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AO55 WMU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 November 2005.
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