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MT05 YKW

2005 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,974 mi
Last recorded108,974 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 YKW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 108,974 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 28 Aug 2019 108,860 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function no damping (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function no damping (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule as marked (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

oil level warning light on

Pass 16 Jun 2018 103,553 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both front brake flexi cracking due to age (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 103,553 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both front brake flexi cracking due to age (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 99,705 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2017 99,704 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides pump working (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and inner sidewalls as marked (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 97,194 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 85,502 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 71,338 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 64,242 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 61,563 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 61,563 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 53,113 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 43,812 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Pass 19 Mar 2009 30,429 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 16,417 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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MT05 YKW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in White with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT05 YKW, 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 MT05 YKW registered?

MT05 YKW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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