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DS05 PZC

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,585 mi
Last recorded94,585 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 PZC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 94,585 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Advise full clean and re-check for source(s) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Various items hanging from rear view mirror along with holder mounted to windscreen restrict vision but not seriously at time of test

Fail 21 Sep 2020 94,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Seized in open/release position (7.1.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive Advise full clean and re-check for source(s) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Various items hanging from rear view mirror along with holder mounted to windscreen restrict vision but not seriously at time of test

Pass 9 Sep 2019 91,949 miles

Both Front Brake Hose Perished

Pass 8 Sep 2018 91,879 miles

Nearside Front Rubber brake hose is slightly perished

Offside Front Rubber brake hose is slightly perished

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 84,439 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 84,438 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Sep 2015 79,197 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 72,013 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Oct 2014 72,013 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2013 45,577 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

gearbox oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2012 32,284 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2012 32,284 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2011 28,473 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 22,471 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 16,573 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 13,296 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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DS05 PZC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DS05 PZC, 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 DS05 PZC registered?

DS05 PZC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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