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DY55 NHJ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,728 mi
Last recorded138,728 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 NHJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 138,728 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 129,901 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 124,670 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2016 118,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 113,346 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Dec 2015 113,346 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 106,602 miles

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

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly damaged (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2013 100,918 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2013 100,918 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 89,407 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 May 2010 81,562 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s r suspension noise

Pass 12 Jun 2009 71,092 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 61,491 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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DY55 NHJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DY55 NHJ, 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 DY55 NHJ registered?

DY55 NHJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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