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OE05 KYX

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,748 mi
Last recorded155,748 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 KYX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 155,748 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 155,748 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 146,875 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 137,640 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 128,720 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 120,695 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 111,474 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 101,526 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 101,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 85,465 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 68,062 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 50,134 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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OE05 KYX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OE05 KYX, 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

How do I check the history of OE05 KYX?

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What year was OE05 KYX registered?

OE05 KYX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 July 2005.

Is OE05 KYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE05 KYX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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