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BD05 NJZ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,737 mi
Last recorded94,737 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 NJZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 94,737 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 86,680 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 86,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 78,596 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 71,288 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 63,624 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 58,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 50,706 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 41,976 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2013 41,976 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jul 2012 31,996 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 31,996 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 31,013 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 29,556 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 26,915 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 24,375 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 24,375 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 9,762 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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BD05 NJZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BD05 NJZ, 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 BD05 NJZ registered?

BD05 NJZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is BD05 NJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 NJZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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