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BM55 NAM

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,883 mi
Last recorded94,883 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM55 NAM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 94,883 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 86,788 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 81,768 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 76,704 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 76,704 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 20 Apr 2013 68,247 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2012 60,387 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 60,387 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 50,299 miles

front brake pads getting low

nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 9 Dec 2009 44,606 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 44,606 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 30,953 miles

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

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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BM55 NAM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BM55 NAM, 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 BM55 NAM registered?

BM55 NAM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is BM55 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM55 NAM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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