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FV05 EZX

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

137,442 mi
Last recorded137,442 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 EZX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 137,442 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 137,437 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 133,204 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 128,435 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 124,971 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 123,237 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 104,397 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear axle beam corroded

Rear washer not working

Pass 11 May 2018 103,451 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 103,446 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 97,061 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 97,060 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 89,602 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 89,602 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 81,943 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 81,943 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2014 74,545 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 68,248 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 60,873 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 51,946 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 41,085 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 23 May 2009 31,350 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2008 21,875 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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FV05 EZX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 FV05 EZX, 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 FV05 EZX?

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What year was FV05 EZX registered?

FV05 EZX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is FV05 EZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 EZX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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