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SY55 LCK

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,350 mi
Last recorded90,350 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 LCK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 90,350 miles

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

Rear Washers n/w

Fail 8 Jan 2020 90,350 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

Rear Washers n/w

Pass 12 Jan 2019 88,477 miles

n/s/r tyre worn

Fail 12 Jan 2019 88,477 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

n/s/r tyre worn

Pass 22 Sep 2017 86,590 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 85,400 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 79,549 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 74,960 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 70,653 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 63,496 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 51,990 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 42,553 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,379 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 22,299 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)

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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SY55 LCK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 SY55 LCK, 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 SY55 LCK registered?

SY55 LCK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is SY55 LCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY55 LCK shows 14 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.

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