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OV05 LXP

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,261 mi
Last recorded111,261 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 LXP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 111,261 miles

Advise rear b/discs rusting and pitting

Advise rear b/pads low n/s/r

Fail 13 Dec 2022 111,260 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Advise rear b/discs rusting and pitting

Advise rear b/pads low n/s/r

Pass 9 Oct 2021 108,839 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 107,549 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front brake flexi hoses perished

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

pitting and corrosion rear brake discs

rear brake pads low

tyre pressure monitor light on

Pass 3 Oct 2019 102,069 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 97,868 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 93,500 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 89,755 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 89,755 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 85,074 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 78,635 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 75,793 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 72,151 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 63,230 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 63,230 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 21 Jun 2010 51,206 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 40,804 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 31,258 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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OV05 LXP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OV05 LXP, 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

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What year was OV05 LXP registered?

OV05 LXP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is OV05 LXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 LXP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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