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LV55 SZN

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,225 mi
Last recorded82,225 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 SZN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 82,225 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 82,223 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel Arch Cover Missing

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 76,718 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2021 76,718 miles

Headlamp aim too low both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 69,182 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

windscreen marked

Pass 17 Apr 2019 61,834 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 56,385 miles

both front outer tyre walls damaged

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2017 50,737 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Apr 2017 50,731 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2016 47,470 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 43,810 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 43,790 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 40,071 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 39,883 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2013 36,037 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 36,037 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 31,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Feb 2011 27,911 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 22,761 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)

Pass 12 May 2008 17,185 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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LV55 SZN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LV55 SZN, 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 LV55 SZN registered?

LV55 SZN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 November 2005.

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