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BN55 ZRV

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

179,661 mi
Last recorded179,661 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 ZRV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 179,661 miles

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

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 165,421 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Rear Electronic stability system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Pass 24 May 2016 160,514 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm, outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 May 2016 160,093 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm, outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 145,557 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2014 134,609 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 126,270 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 114,026 miles

wear front brake discs

Pass 27 May 2011 94,619 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 74,128 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 54,003 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 42,333 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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BN55 ZRV 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 91.7%.

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 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 BN55 ZRV, 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 BN55 ZRV registered?

BN55 ZRV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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