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PX55 RTV

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,688 mi
Last recorded119,688 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX55 RTV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 119,688 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2015 112,380 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2014 96,665 miles

oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2013 85,118 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 85,118 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 68,870 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 68,870 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 51,614 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 37,429 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 25,286 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 18,456 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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PX55 RTV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PX55 RTV, 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

How do I check the history of PX55 RTV?

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What year was PX55 RTV registered?

PX55 RTV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is PX55 RTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX55 RTV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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