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BN05 HCE

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,048 mi
Last recorded138,048 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 HCE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2025 138,048 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame likely to fail serious corrosion caused hole in subframe (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted at time of test

Fail 30 Sep 2025 137,819 miles

Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Rear subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake discs pitted

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 127,503 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 127,503 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 117,087 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

screen chips

Fail 16 Aug 2023 117,083 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

TPM on

covers fitted obscuring some components

screen chips

Pass 17 Aug 2022 112,002 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 106,352 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 106,352 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 104,042 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 104,042 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 102,834 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 102,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 99,818 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 96,736 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 94,382 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 90,580 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 87,465 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 85,784 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Feb 2014 85,784 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 82,046 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 71,358 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 61,234 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 43,058 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 36,710 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 28,477 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 28,086 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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)

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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BN05 HCE is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BN05 HCE, 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 BN05 HCE registered?

BN05 HCE is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BN05 HCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 HCE shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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