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BT54 CUW

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,568 mi
Last recorded38,568 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2007
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 CUW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2007 38,568 miles

rear pads wearing low

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2007 33,217 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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BT54 CUW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT54 CUW, 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 BT54 CUW registered?

BT54 CUW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is BT54 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 CUW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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