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LT05 UVC

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,134 mi
Last recorded136,134 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 UVC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 136,134 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 133,461 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 126,353 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

front tyres are worn unevenly

handbrake travel

tyres have sidewall damage

Pass 2 May 2018 121,535 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 118,626 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear jacking block

Pass 17 May 2016 111,519 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 105,321 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 105,319 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 98,811 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 98,809 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 90,350 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 90,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 79,563 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 70,568 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 58,072 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 48,793 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 39,637 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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LT05 UVC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LT05 UVC, 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 LT05 UVC registered?

LT05 UVC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is LT05 UVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 UVC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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