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HK54 ZPH

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

111,294 mi
Last recorded111,294 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK54 ZPH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 111,294 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2020 111,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear brake wear indicator sensor insecure

Fail 10 Mar 2020 111,258 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases not attatched (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Offside Rear brake pad sensor hanging out

Pass 11 Dec 2018 105,373 miles

Long travel on brake pedal.

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

Park brake just passed test.

Undertrays fitted,limiting inspection.

Fail 3 Dec 2018 105,141 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Long travel on brake pedal.

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

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

Park brake just passed test.

Undertrays fitted,limiting inspection.

Pass 4 Jan 2018 98,457 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 98,457 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 93,643 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 93,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 88,564 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jan 2016 88,564 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2014 79,520 miles

advise osfront flexi brake hose perished

Pass 4 Jan 2014 73,264 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 67,421 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 60,430 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 55,593 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2010 55,587 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 49,347 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 42,661 miles

Offside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

o/s/f & both rear tyres cracking

Pass 2 Jan 2009 42,661 miles

o/s/f & both rear tyres cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2008 40,232 miles

front brake pads getting thin

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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HK54 ZPH is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 HK54 ZPH, 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 HK54 ZPH registered?

HK54 ZPH is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is HK54 ZPH safe to buy?

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