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CF55 AZO

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

229,913 mi
Last recorded229,913 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF55 AZO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2023 229,913 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 210,518 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 210,427 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 154,250 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 144,926 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 144,579 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 137,079 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 132,474 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 128,050 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 128,050 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 126,304 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 122,320 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Nov 2012 102,546 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 102,546 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 99,500 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 90,956 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 90,956 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 79,297 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 65,796 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 65,791 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 63,270 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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CF55 AZO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 CF55 AZO, 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 CF55 AZO registered?

CF55 AZO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is CF55 AZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF55 AZO shows 21 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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