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SO02 BAL

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,633 mi
Last recorded25,633 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO02 BAL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 25,633 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 23,272 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,390 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 19,283 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 15,228 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 12,719 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 12,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SO02 BAL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SO02 BAL, 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 SO02 BAL registered?

SO02 BAL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SO02 BAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO02 BAL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO02 BAL have outstanding finance?

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