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VK55 LUP

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,392 mi
Last recorded106,392 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 LUP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 106,392 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

both wipers poor

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2015 90,497 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

child seat fitted

under trims fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2014 88,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads getting low

Fail 24 Sep 2014 88,501 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Oct 2013 81,880 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 58,360 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 47,845 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 31,311 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 29 Jan 2009 24,643 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 24,161 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

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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VK55 LUP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VK55 LUP, 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 VK55 LUP registered?

VK55 LUP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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