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BJ05 KWU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

170,050 mi
Last recorded170,050 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 KWU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 170,050 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 170,050 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 149,954 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 140,113 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 131,236 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 122,865 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 113,974 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 104,678 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 95,347 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 80,883 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 63,629 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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BJ05 KWU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BJ05 KWU, 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 BJ05 KWU registered?

BJ05 KWU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is BJ05 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 KWU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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