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LY05 OCV

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

97,280 mi
Last recorded97,280 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 OCV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 97,280 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 95,550 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 94,328 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2024 94,328 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 92,382 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 75,633 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 63,160 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 61,407 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 58,013 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 55,961 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 52,738 miles

Engine cover fitted obsecuring some components

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

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

Under tray fitted obsecuring some components

Fail 19 Jul 2017 52,738 miles

Engine cover fitted obsecuring some components

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Under tray fitted obsecuring some components

Pass 11 Jul 2016 47,791 miles

Slight play through steering wheel, possible uni joint or pinion

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2015 43,645 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 40,791 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 37,755 miles

rear tyres starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2012 34,454 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 30,175 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 29,997 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2010 23,725 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 18,591 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,359 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)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 8,457 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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LY05 OCV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LY05 OCV, 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 LY05 OCV registered?

LY05 OCV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is LY05 OCV safe to buy?

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