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SK55 LMJ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

265,505 mi
Last recorded265,505 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK55 LMJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 265,505 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 248,398 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 248,398 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour New Bulb fitted (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour New Bulb fitted (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 225,522 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 193,428 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 169,942 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 147,752 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 122,332 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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SK55 LMJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SK55 LMJ, 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 SK55 LMJ registered?

SK55 LMJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is SK55 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK55 LMJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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