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MM55 BKL

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

162,327 mi
Last recorded162,327 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 BKL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 162,327 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

tyre pressure light on

Fail 18 Dec 2020 162,327 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

tyre pressure light on

Pass 1 Apr 2019 157,288 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front abs sensor wiring poorly secured

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

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion.

windscreen washer pressure low

Fail 1 Apr 2019 157,279 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front abs sensor wiring poorly secured

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

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion.

windscreen washer pressure low

Pass 25 Apr 2018 150,228 miles

Nearside Front brake hose poorly routed

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brakes can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended. Nearside shows signs of heat build up. rectification recommended.

Pass 27 Apr 2017 142,004 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 142,001 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 132,255 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 119,406 miles

Engine Management Light Illuminated.

Pass 27 Oct 2014 101,261 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 92,628 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 92,628 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2012 82,551 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 69,838 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 59,339 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 48,527 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 32,481 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 32,366 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MM55 BKL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 MM55 BKL, 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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MM55 BKL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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