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LT55 FWN

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,731 mi
Last recorded61,731 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 FWN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 61,731 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 59,075 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 58,287 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General corrosion underside

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 57,262 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 57,262 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 57,260 miles

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

fuel cap rubber perishing

Fail 6 Jul 2021 57,258 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

fuel cap rubber perishing

Pass 22 Jun 2019 55,268 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 22 Jun 2019 55,268 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Jun 2018 52,116 miles

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2017 50,454 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 46,419 miles

All tyres worn close to legal limit

Nearside rear child-seat fitted

Pass 26 May 2015 42,802 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 38,533 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 34,884 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 23,117 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 23,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre on limit

Pass 8 Sep 2010 17,705 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 16,182 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2008 10,527 miles

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

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

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

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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LT55 FWN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT55 FWN, 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 LT55 FWN registered?

LT55 FWN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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