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LY05 RRU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

180,298 mi
Last recorded180,298 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 RRU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 180,298 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 171,291 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 159,591 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Fail 16 Mar 2018 159,591 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

Pass 9 Mar 2017 152,162 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 142,937 miles

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

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

covers & shields not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Sep 2014 131,706 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 126,145 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 116,741 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 107,610 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 103,516 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 98,682 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 93,794 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 93,794 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)

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

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 RRU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 RRU, 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 LY05 RRU registered?

LY05 RRU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is LY05 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 RRU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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