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LX55 KYA

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

149,026 mi
Last recorded149,026 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 KYA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 149,026 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 133,586 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 25 Feb 2020 116,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 116,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 96,693 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 26 Feb 2018 78,850 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2018 78,847 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)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 64,428 miles

Nearside Front side mirror damage.

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

under trays fitted underneath.

Fail 27 Feb 2017 64,428 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front side mirror damage.

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 16 Feb 2016 55,133 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 50,544 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 47,982 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 39,785 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 34,980 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 34,980 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 32,394 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 32,388 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 29,349 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 19,100 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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LX55 KYA is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 LX55 KYA, 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 LX55 KYA registered?

LX55 KYA is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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