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BD55 LJE

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,478 mi
Last recorded110,478 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 LJE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2019 110,478 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 101,226 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 93,323 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 80,482 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 73,767 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 65,914 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 54,758 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 25 Nov 2011 43,335 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 43,077 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 36,989 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 29,283 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 22,078 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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BD55 LJE is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BD55 LJE, 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 BD55 LJE registered?

BD55 LJE is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is BD55 LJE safe to buy?

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