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VK05 SNN

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,809 mi
Last recorded39,809 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 SNN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,809 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 36,173 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 33,071 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 29,600 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 26,807 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 23,606 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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VK05 SNN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK05 SNN, 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 SNN registered?

VK05 SNN is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is VK05 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 SNN shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK05 SNN have outstanding finance?

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