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EJ05 MSO

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,559 mi
Last recorded78,559 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 MSO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2013 78,559 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 69,716 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 69,716 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 63,119 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 54,545 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 47,443 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 40,981 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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EJ05 MSO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EJ05 MSO, 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

How do I check the history of EJ05 MSO?

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What year was EJ05 MSO registered?

EJ05 MSO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is EJ05 MSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 MSO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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