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DV55 LGY

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,878 mi
Last recorded101,878 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 LGY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 101,878 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2022 98,431 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 91,614 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside / offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 85,149 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 73,852 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 61,190 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 61,184 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH REAR 205/55/16 RSC (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 49,693 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 36,921 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 34,311 miles

both rear tyres very worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Nov 2012 28,745 miles

both front brake discs getting worn

n/s/r seatbelt not checked due to child seat fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2011 25,334 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 21,315 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 16,422 miles

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)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 11,612 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 11,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DV55 LGY is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DV55 LGY, 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 DV55 LGY registered?

DV55 LGY is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is DV55 LGY safe to buy?

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