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HV55 WFZ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

159,417 mi
Last recorded159,417 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 WFZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 159,417 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2021 159,417 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 140,125 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2020 140,125 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

brake warning light on

Pass 21 Aug 2019 131,251 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 131,251 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 121,395 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 121,394 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2017 111,564 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 111,562 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 101,918 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 91,404 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 80,963 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 80,963 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 70,124 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 59,788 miles

o/s door mirror cover missing but not dangerous

Pass 10 Aug 2011 48,810 miles

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)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 48,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, 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)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 45,238 miles

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

traction control warning light on

Pass 15 Dec 2008 37,351 miles

front windscreen washers weak

nearside front tyre different speed rating to other road tyres

nearside rear tyre worn to approx 3mm with further wear to shoulders

plastic panels along most of underside of vehicle covering various components

tyre pressure warning light illuminated on dash

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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HV55 WFZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 HV55 WFZ, 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 HV55 WFZ registered?

HV55 WFZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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