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MM55 HVU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

191,523 mi
Last recorded191,523 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 HVU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 191,523 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Flywheel Rattles.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Weak. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked - STRONG ADVISE. (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive FROM TURBO - TURBO WHISTLES - RECOMMEMDED RECTIFICATION. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear - Inner Edge Wear. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2023 191,523 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Flywheel Rattles.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Weak. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked - STRONG ADVISE. (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive FROM TURBO - TURBO WHISTLES - RECOMMEMDED RECTIFICATION. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear - Inner Edge Wear. (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 188,362 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive STRONG ADVISE - Further Investigation Recommended. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear 3.5mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 185,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 182,979 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 177,100 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 165,022 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 165,022 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 155,533 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 147,780 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 138,977 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 134,251 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 133,299 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 118,584 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 116,649 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 97,639 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 82,328 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear 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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MM55 HVU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 MM55 HVU, 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 HVU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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