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LS55 LXU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Gold Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,269 mi
Last recorded100,269 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 LXU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 100,269 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 95,574 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 89,406 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 84,962 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 79,632 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)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 72,525 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 66,028 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 59,192 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 47,205 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,383 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 39,062 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 39,062 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LS55 LXU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Gold with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LS55 LXU, 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 LS55 LXU registered?

LS55 LXU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is LS55 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 LXU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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