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CE55 WDX

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

177,848 mi
Last recorded177,848 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 WDX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 177,848 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 170,296 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 170,296 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 160,028 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 150,993 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn on inner edges

engine oil leak

front and rear brake pads over 50% worn

n/s front brake pipe slightly corroded

rear exhaust mount broken tied up

slight play on o/s rear lower bush/balljoint

Pass 19 Jul 2018 138,471 miles

both rear brake flexi pipes slightly perished

stone chip front screen zone a and b

Fail 19 Jul 2018 138,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

both rear brake flexi pipes slightly perished

stone chip front screen zone a and b

Pass 26 Jul 2017 129,231 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2017 129,231 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 120,440 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 120,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 113,119 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 113,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 104,388 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 104,388 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 96,541 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 96,541 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 82,881 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 82,881 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 68,745 miles

engine+gearbox gaurd fitted.

Pass 15 Jul 2010 48,857 miles

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

front and rear brake pads getting low on 5mm

Pass 24 Mar 2009 39,568 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 38,825 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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CE55 WDX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 CE55 WDX, 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 CE55 WDX registered?

CE55 WDX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is CE55 WDX safe to buy?

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