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WU55 BXW

2005 BMW 1 Series

Brown Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,986 mi
Last recorded10,986 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2008
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 BXW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2008 10,986 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 10,986 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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WU55 BXW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Brown with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WU55 BXW, 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

How do I check the history of WU55 BXW?

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What year was WU55 BXW registered?

WU55 BXW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is WU55 BXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU55 BXW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU55 BXW have outstanding finance?

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