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VK05 FDC

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

189,925 mi
Last recorded189,925 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 FDC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 189,925 miles

Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 176,812 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 171,432 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 171,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 164,930 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 164,930 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 151,423 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 151,413 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 143,375 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 126,727 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 126,727 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 113,275 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 1,398 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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VK05 FDC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 VK05 FDC, 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 VK05 FDC registered?

VK05 FDC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for VK05 FDC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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