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AV55 WNT

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,919 mi
Last recorded85,919 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 WNT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2025 85,919 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under carriage corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2024 81,369 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 76,233 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 70,445 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 65,626 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 62,948 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 56,068 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 54,760 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 52,590 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 49,734 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 45,925 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2013 41,944 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 37,367 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 33,511 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 27,984 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 20,349 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 15,898 miles

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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AV55 WNT is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV55 WNT, 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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What year was AV55 WNT registered?

AV55 WNT is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is AV55 WNT safe to buy?

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