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VN05 LNZ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,423 mi
Last recorded141,423 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 LNZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2017 141,423 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 136,000 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 127,141 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 118,829 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Apr 2013 109,840 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 104,536 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 98,978 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 93,915 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 87,506 miles
Pass 5 May 2008 85,323 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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VN05 LNZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VN05 LNZ, 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 VN05 LNZ registered?

VN05 LNZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is VN05 LNZ safe to buy?

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