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BL55 ECE

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,127 mi
Last recorded176,127 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 ECE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 176,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 164,883 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 160,716 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2018 160,716 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted fitted incorrectly (3.6.B.4c)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 156,008 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 148,708 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 138,791 miles

emissions to clean

Pass 14 Jan 2014 124,357 miles

emissions to clean

Pass 28 Jan 2013 104,789 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 82,515 miles

emissions to clean

Fail 28 Jan 2012 82,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

emissions to clean

Pass 28 Sep 2010 51,348 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 31,457 miles

various small stonechips in front screen

Fail 28 Aug 2009 31,457 miles

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

various small stonechips in front screen

Pass 19 Dec 2008 29,799 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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BL55 ECE is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL55 ECE, 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 BL55 ECE registered?

BL55 ECE is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is BL55 ECE safe to buy?

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