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LS54 YGZ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

134,061 mi
Last recorded134,061 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 YGZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 134,061 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 125,109 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 123,094 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 108,107 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 93,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted

Fail 29 Jun 2015 93,326 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted

Pass 29 May 2014 89,315 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 75,283 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 66,303 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 54,903 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 51,522 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 48,320 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 46,636 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 33,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/f tyre close to 1.6mm

Pass 4 Jan 2008 29,429 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Fail 20 Dec 2007 28,875 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

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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LS54 YGZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LS54 YGZ, 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 LS54 YGZ registered?

LS54 YGZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is LS54 YGZ safe to buy?

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