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YA05 YCT

2005 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,890 mi
Last recorded128,890 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 YCT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2017 128,890 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 117,057 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 105,064 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 92,836 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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 20 May 2013 79,615 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 68,704 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 58,409 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 52,906 miles

both front tyres on 3mm

Pass 1 Sep 2009 44,423 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 36,644 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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YA05 YCT is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YA05 YCT, 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 YA05 YCT registered?

YA05 YCT is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is YA05 YCT safe to buy?

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