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FM55 LCN

2005 BMW 1 Series

Brown Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

94,908 mi
Last recorded94,908 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM55 LCN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 94,908 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 94,740 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2025 94,740 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 92,981 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2024 92,976 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 91,253 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 89,277 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 87,358 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 85,384 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 85,384 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 67,623 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 67,623 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 58,737 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 54,456 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Oct 2014 51,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advance wear on front discs

Pass 30 Sep 2013 46,751 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 46,751 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 42,028 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

nearside front brake disc slightly worn

offside rear tyre heavily cracked

Pass 24 Oct 2011 38,691 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 34,522 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 30,195 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 26,376 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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FM55 LCN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Brown with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FM55 LCN, 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 FM55 LCN registered?

FM55 LCN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 October 2005.

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