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FD05 EVW

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

88,001 mi
Last recorded88,001 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 EVW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 88,001 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 79,573 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 73,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Thrust Arm Ball Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear Wax Oiled

Pass 18 Jan 2022 64,989 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 60,579 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 58,071 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 53,195 miles

rear axle rusty

Pass 13 Jan 2018 50,467 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 48,733 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 46,824 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 45,667 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 44,296 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 44,296 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 42,742 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 40,258 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 37,048 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 33,963 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 31,007 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 31,007 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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FD05 EVW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FD05 EVW, 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 FD05 EVW registered?

FD05 EVW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is FD05 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 EVW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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