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EK05 GXC

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

174,814 mi
Last recorded174,814 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 GXC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 174,814 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2023 174,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED's fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED's fitted (4.1.4 (c))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 171,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 171,637 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

brake pad warning light on

Pass 5 Oct 2021 168,280 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 144,211 miles

both front lower ball joints slight play-o/s/f and n/s/r/ tyres on limit-horn distorted-

Pass 16 Sep 2019 142,211 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 140,466 miles

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

Washers low pressure

Pass 12 Jul 2017 140,261 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front + rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 138,722 miles

Nearside Front slight play steering joints

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

Fail 27 Jan 2015 96,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 96,415 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 94,002 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 92,136 miles

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

rear tyres on limit-n/s/r wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 6 Feb 2012 89,432 miles

headlight aims just on marker

underneath of car covered in covers unable to check properly

Pass 20 Jan 2011 87,827 miles

both front flexis have slight cracks in them

both front tyres starting to wear low

nearside front strut top mounting hyave slight play

offside reart tyre close to legal limit

Fail 20 Jan 2011 87,827 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front flexis have slight cracks in them

both front tyres starting to wear low

nearside front strut top mounting hyave slight play

offside reart tyre close to legal limit

Pass 3 Feb 2010 84,838 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 77,013 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 77,013 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 53,011 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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EK05 GXC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EK05 GXC, 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 EK05 GXC registered?

EK05 GXC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is EK05 GXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 GXC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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