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VE55 FGM

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,795 mi
Last recorded120,795 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 FGM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 120,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 120,795 miles

Offside Front Coil spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 114,016 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

General underside corrosion

Handbrake lever has long travel

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 23 Apr 2022 113,903 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

General underside corrosion

Handbrake lever has long travel

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 8 May 2021 104,911 miles

General underside corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 8 May 2021 104,911 miles

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

General underside corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 11 May 2020 97,788 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 95,595 miles

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

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

Pass 8 Aug 2018 93,136 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 93,135 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flat (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flat (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 84,347 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 74,447 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 74,444 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 71,192 miles

Nearside Rear child seat unit

Fail 16 Sep 2014 65,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 65,420 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 58,892 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 49,739 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 42,178 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 34,934 miles

under trays damaged due to impact

Pass 19 Oct 2009 26,465 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 21,609 miles

undertrays damaged

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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VE55 FGM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 VE55 FGM, 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 VE55 FGM registered?

VE55 FGM is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is VE55 FGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 FGM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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