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PN55 XUF

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

71,689 mi
Last recorded71,689 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 XUF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 71,689 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2026 71,631 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

TPMS light on.

Pass 5 Apr 2025 69,991 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to perish.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Apr 2025 69,991 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to perish.

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 68,006 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 63,854 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 58,639 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 54,199 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 54,199 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 49,777 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 45,538 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 41,365 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 36,877 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 33,758 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 33,112 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 30,340 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,813 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 25,462 miles

rear brake pipes corroded behind protective covering

Pass 18 Feb 2011 23,637 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 21,410 miles

slight corrosion to n/s/r brake pipe

Pass 4 Mar 2009 19,122 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 19,121 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 16,321 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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PN55 XUF is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PN55 XUF, 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 PN55 XUF registered?

PN55 XUF is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for PN55 XUF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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