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SJ55 AXC

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

64,431 mi
Last recorded64,431 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 AXC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 64,431 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 64,422 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2020 64,422 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 59,272 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 59,272 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 57,670 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 49,331 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 45,427 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 41,378 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 41,378 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 37,278 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 37,278 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)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 32,838 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2011 31,623 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Wipers smearing

Pass 18 Nov 2010 30,712 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 30,712 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 23,911 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 14,915 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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SJ55 AXC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SJ55 AXC, 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 SJ55 AXC registered?

SJ55 AXC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is SJ55 AXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ55 AXC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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