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VU05 DNJ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,747 mi
Last recorded91,747 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 DNJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 91,747 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 91,747 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 95,344 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 91,950 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 91,947 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake performance not tested because off the hub broken (1.2.1 (g))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting damaged to the extent that wheel security is adversely affected broken (5.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting damaged to the extent that wheel security is adversely affected broken shock touching wheel (5.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

damage on near side hub very bad

Pass 20 Oct 2017 88,296 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016
Pass 13 Dec 2014 79,217 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 78,990 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

REGISTERED WRITE OFF

Pass 8 Nov 2013 76,001 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 70,266 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 54,395 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 46,686 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 44,083 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 33,509 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 DNJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DNJ, 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 DNJ registered?

VU05 DNJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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