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PJ05 WGY

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,954 mi
Last recorded98,954 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 WGY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 98,954 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 95,297 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 92,654 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 90,255 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall starting to perish

Offside Front tyre sidewall starting to perish

Pass 21 Sep 2015 86,192 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 81,649 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 76,680 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 72,081 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside rear brake pad wear indicator wire detached

Pass 17 Sep 2011 65,011 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 57,912 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Jun 2010 57,912 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Apr 2009 43,930 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 29,947 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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PJ05 WGY is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PJ05 WGY, 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 PJ05 WGY registered?

PJ05 WGY is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is PJ05 WGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ05 WGY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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