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PE55 TKA

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

146,459 mi
Last recorded146,459 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE55 TKA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 146,459 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 138,644 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2023 138,644 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 134,099 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 24 Jan 2022 134,098 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

engine oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2021 128,706 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 128,704 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 120,092 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 109,510 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 99,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has slight tear on side wall

Offside Front driver side wiper slightly worn but clearing windscreen efficiently

Pass 12 Jul 2016 85,017 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 83,149 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 67,364 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 67,079 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 53,025 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 48,045 miles

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

cuts in all tyres and worn on edges.nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Mar 2011 40,126 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 32,888 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 24,801 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 24,801 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,685 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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PE55 TKA 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 PE55 TKA, 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 PE55 TKA registered?

PE55 TKA is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is PE55 TKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE55 TKA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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