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VU05 AEG

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

154,629 mi
Last recorded154,629 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 AEG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2024 154,629 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 150,471 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe swollen under plastic cover

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 150,379 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Abandoned due to overheating issues (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe swollen underneath plastic cover

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 146,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Swollen under plastic cover (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively And evidence of brake getting hot (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear subframe and mounting area corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2021 141,776 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 138,922 miles

Coolant leak Expansion tank ()

Fuel cap rubber seal deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 134,431 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 134,360 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust back-box heat-shield insecure

Pass 18 Jun 2018 128,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge of tread and age cracks in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge of tread and age cracks in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 125,345 miles

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 ()

Fail 2 Nov 2017 125,334 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 115,682 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 115,682 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

under tray fitted obscuring vehicle components

Pass 23 Nov 2015 111,228 miles

IMBAL ON FRONT BRAKES

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 103,906 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 95,509 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 87,592 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 72,662 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 65,618 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 55,423 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 46,836 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 36,635 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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VU05 AEG is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VU05 AEG, 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 VU05 AEG registered?

VU05 AEG is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is VU05 AEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 AEG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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