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SH05 XZL

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

133,952 mi
Last recorded133,952 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 XZL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 133,952 miles

both front flexy hoses starting to perish

Fail 6 Sep 2018 133,952 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

both front flexy hoses starting to perish

Pass 4 Aug 2017 120,733 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 16 Jan 2016 110,423 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 108,372 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 103,587 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 90,534 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2012 78,002 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 65,149 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 54,302 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 40,585 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 26,413 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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SH05 XZL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SH05 XZL, 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 SH05 XZL registered?

SH05 XZL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is SH05 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 XZL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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