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OG04 ASH

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

197,418 mi
Last recorded197,418 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOG04 ASH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 197,418 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 194,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 194,098 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 188,950 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 188,950 miles

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

Direction indicator incorrect colour rears (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 185,297 miles

Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front strut misting

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 24 Nov 2022 185,297 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rears (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front strut misting

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2021 169,776 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 161,211 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 145,156 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 145,143 miles

Steering arm damaged and unserviceable both arms excessive movement (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 138,345 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 129,467 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 129,467 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)

Pass 16 May 2014 108,134 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 95,075 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 85,109 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 75,691 miles

front flexy brake pipes cracking all tyres wearing on edges

Pass 12 May 2010 66,238 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 53,753 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 35,796 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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OG04 ASH is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 OG04 ASH, 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 OG04 ASH registered?

OG04 ASH is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 May 2005.

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