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PK55 XBP

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,599 mi
Last recorded123,599 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 XBP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 123,599 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 104,044 miles

engine cover fitted

n/s/f flexible brake hose perished

n/s/f tyre worn on the edges

n/s/r brake binding slightly

n/s/r brake disc corroded

undertray fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2014 99,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers smearing

Pass 18 Aug 2013 93,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers smearing screen

Pass 18 Aug 2012 88,835 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 83,532 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 83,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 66,217 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 66,187 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 51,183 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 41,434 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 34,435 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 15,433 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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PK55 XBP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PK55 XBP, 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 PK55 XBP registered?

PK55 XBP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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