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ST55 EGV

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

124,381 mi
Last recorded124,381 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 EGV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 124,381 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 121,220 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front body damage to door, wing and headlamp

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 107,597 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 107,597 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 102,571 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipping (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective fronts juddery (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and booster seat middle ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tread ()

engine cover, under tray, under shields

Pass 16 Nov 2018 96,764 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 91,119 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2016 86,380 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 82,248 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 77,193 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 73,055 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 68,504 miles

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)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 68,477 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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 18 Nov 2011 63,377 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 51,484 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 37,356 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 23,628 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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ST55 EGV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 ST55 EGV, 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 ST55 EGV registered?

ST55 EGV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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