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WJ05 BXU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

188,294 mi
Last recorded188,294 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 BXU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 188,294 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 103,590 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 84,491 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake hoses slightly perished

front tyres getting low in tread

Pass 12 Feb 2013 70,942 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 54,893 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 48,029 miles

n/s rear wheel rim damaged

petrol fumes from under o/s rear of car

Pass 22 Feb 2010 40,077 miles

n/s front rubber brake hose starting to crack

n/s front tyre has small cut in side wall

Fail 22 Feb 2010 40,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s front rubber brake hose starting to crack

n/s front tyre has small cut in side wall

Pass 2 Feb 2009 31,005 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 24,123 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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WJ05 BXU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WJ05 BXU, 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 WJ05 BXU registered?

WJ05 BXU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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