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BJ55 DNF

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,161 mi
Last recorded140,161 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 DNF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 140,161 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 140,161 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 132,593 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 127,329 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 121,681 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 112,476 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 109,934 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 108,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2011 106,005 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 93,455 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 93,455 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 83,493 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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BJ55 DNF is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 BJ55 DNF, 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 BJ55 DNF registered?

BJ55 DNF is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ55 DNF 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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