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FA54 WFO

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

199,936 mi
Last recorded199,936 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 WFO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 199,936 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 199,820 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2018 190,958 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 182,139 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 176,294 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 154,731 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2014 133,652 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 133,652 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 117,234 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 107,511 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 98,141 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2010 88,511 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 88,511 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 68,692 miles

front tyers uneven wear outside edges

Pass 10 Mar 2008 44,821 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 42,499 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

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

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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FA54 WFO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FA54 WFO, 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 FA54 WFO registered?

FA54 WFO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is FA54 WFO safe to buy?

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