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VU55 ODK

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

180,527 mi
Last recorded180,527 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 ODK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 180,527 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 May 2021 177,762 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 177,759 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 174,510 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 174,510 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 159,662 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 152,632 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 9 Feb 2017 152,631 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 150,126 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2016 150,126 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 135,189 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 111,327 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 101,492 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 90,940 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2011 90,940 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 77,832 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 64,677 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 39,706 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 39,681 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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VU55 ODK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU55 ODK, 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 VU55 ODK registered?

VU55 ODK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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