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VX55 WZL

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,631 mi
Last recorded155,631 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 WZL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 155,631 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 141,765 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexi pipes cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 138,302 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 138,302 miles

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

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effory (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 134,687 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both headlamps loose

Fail 2 Dec 2021 134,687 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

both headlamps loose

Pass 3 Sep 2020 124,947 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 116,272 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 105,212 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 95,488 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 84,699 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 75,359 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 75,359 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 70,555 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 63,743 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 63,743 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 58,103 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 45,805 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 40,121 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 29,048 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 27,519 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 20,954 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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VX55 WZL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VX55 WZL, 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.

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What year was VX55 WZL registered?

VX55 WZL is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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