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PN05 WBU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,264 mi
Last recorded105,264 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 WBU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2019 105,264 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 97,093 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 91,122 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 85,943 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 77,931 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 74,217 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 71,317 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 15 Nov 2011 68,247 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 65,139 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 62,694 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 57,431 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 41,164 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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PN05 WBU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PN05 WBU, 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 PN05 WBU registered?

PN05 WBU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is PN05 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 WBU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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