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WU05 STX

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,583 mi
Last recorded112,583 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 STX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 112,583 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 100,815 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 85,756 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Sep 2017 85,752 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Nov 2016 78,648 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 66,576 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 54,740 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 43,006 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 9 Nov 2012 35,951 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 35,951 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 31,591 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 25,910 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,697 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 21,697 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 12,348 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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WU05 STX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU05 STX, 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 WU05 STX registered?

WU05 STX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is WU05 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 STX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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