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WF55 VVY

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,542 mi
Last recorded121,542 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 VVY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 121,542 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 121,542 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 114,076 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 106,669 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 106,669 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 100,005 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly worn

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has slight condensation

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

both inner rear disc slightly corroded

Fail 13 Oct 2022 100,005 miles

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

Fuel cap seal slightly worn

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has slight condensation

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

both inner rear disc slightly corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2022 99,932 miles

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

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 91,696 miles

Fuel cap seal perished

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

Windscreen cracked

Pass 12 Oct 2020 89,712 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 80,042 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 73,056 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 73,056 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 65,872 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 57,676 miles

Engine bay and underbody covers fitted - restricting visual inspection

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 48,728 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 37,756 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 33,128 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 29,270 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2011 25,900 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 25,900 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 22,550 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 18,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

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 3 Sep 2008 14,953 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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WF55 VVY is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WF55 VVY, 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 WF55 VVY registered?

WF55 VVY is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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