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SJ05 HYR

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,431 mi
Last recorded115,431 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 HYR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 115,431 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Change Soon As Possible (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL & Rear Disc Worn & Both Rear Tyres Worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 25 Jan 2022 108,089 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 108,089 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2020 102,901 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 98,499 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle undershields fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 92,444 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 92,444 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2017 79,879 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 69,040 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 55,648 miles

front bumper slight damage

Pass 4 Jun 2014 38,162 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 32,551 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jun 2012 32,536 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2011 24,043 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 18,357 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 12,927 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 10,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2008 10,442 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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SJ05 HYR is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SJ05 HYR, 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 SJ05 HYR registered?

SJ05 HYR is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 May 2005.

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The MOT history for SJ05 HYR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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