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DF05 HSU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,354 mi
Last recorded99,354 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 HSU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 99,354 miles

NSF, OSF, NSR outer and OSR outer brake hoses perished

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

Fail 13 Aug 2018 99,354 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

NSF, OSF, NSR outer and OSR outer brake hoses perished

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 95,829 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2016 88,116 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2015 77,964 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 73,118 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 62,428 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 54,637 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 47,107 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 37,458 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 29,011 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 19,770 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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DF05 HSU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol 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 DF05 HSU, 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 DF05 HSU registered?

DF05 HSU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is DF05 HSU safe to buy?

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