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LV55 WBM

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,022 mi
Last recorded91,022 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 91,022 miles

engine has bad oil leak

Fail 28 Dec 2017 91,012 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine has bad oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2016 82,197 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Under-panels fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Dec 2016 82,197 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Under-panels fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 71,449 miles

oil leak

Fail 19 Oct 2015 71,449 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2014 59,850 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 59,850 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)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 44,680 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 28,993 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 8 Oct 2011 21,790 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 17,291 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 15,174 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 11,717 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 WBM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 WBM, 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 WBM registered?

LV55 WBM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is LV55 WBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 WBM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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