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PJ55 BYR

2005 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

72,739 mi
Last recorded72,739 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 BYR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 72,739 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2026 72,739 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2025 71,095 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 69,367 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 67,577 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 65,576 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 63,084 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 61,234 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 61,234 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 58,619 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 56,134 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 53,750 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 51,156 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 48,725 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 48,725 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 46,243 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 43,508 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2012 38,203 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 32,927 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 25,869 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 19,292 miles

front tyres worn on outer 25%

Pass 22 Oct 2008 12,284 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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PJ55 BYR is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 PJ55 BYR, 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 PJ55 BYR registered?

PJ55 BYR is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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The MOT history for PJ55 BYR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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