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WG55 EFD

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,388 mi
Last recorded139,388 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 EFD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 139,388 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 130,172 miles

Central Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 119,707 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres low on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 113,548 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test front dash cam removed prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf tyre has both inner and edge wear also worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nsr shock has a slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsr tyre has some inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) osf inner tie rod has slight play ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf tyre has inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osr tyre has inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 110,590 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 105,164 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 101,347 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 94,865 miles

Both front tyres bald on inner and outer treads and scrubbing

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

Fail 10 Aug 2018 94,865 miles

Both front tyres bald on inner and outer treads and scrubbing

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 86,821 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 80,645 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 73,396 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 68,034 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 63,075 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 59,693 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Nov 2012 59,665 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 57,278 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 57,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 53,513 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 49,771 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 39,255 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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WG55 EFD is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 WG55 EFD, 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 WG55 EFD registered?

WG55 EFD is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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