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FY55 SNZ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,400 mi
Last recorded116,400 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 SNZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 116,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 116,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 106,955 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 106,949 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 98,967 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 98,975 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 92,081 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre worn to legal limit

Pass 21 Apr 2017 86,647 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 78,493 miles

both front flexi brake hoses perished

front pads low

n/s/r tyre low on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2015 69,127 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Pass 28 Mar 2014 60,085 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 57,149 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 50,986 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 26 Sep 2011 45,069 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 45,069 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

o/s/r tyre worn badly on edges. n/s/r tyre worn on edges

Pass 27 Sep 2010 39,071 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 33,101 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 27,669 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 25,204 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2008 25,204 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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FY55 SNZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY55 SNZ, 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 FY55 SNZ registered?

FY55 SNZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FY55 SNZ safe to buy?

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