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SE05 DVB

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,288 mi
Last recorded92,288 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE05 DVB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 92,288 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 87,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 81,464 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 78,809 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 77,018 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 747,205 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Sep 2013 69,686 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 65,984 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 60,030 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 53,178 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 53,178 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 48,932 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 45,683 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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SE05 DVB is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SE05 DVB, 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 SE05 DVB registered?

SE05 DVB is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is SE05 DVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE05 DVB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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