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YA05 ZSW

2005 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,493 mi
Last recorded136,493 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 ZSW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 136,493 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Fail 10 Dec 2021 136,492 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 128,964 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 123,561 miles

ALL BRAKE HOSES ARE PERISHED

Rear BRAKE DISCS ARE WORN

SILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Fail 10 Dec 2019 123,561 miles

ALL BRAKE HOSES ARE PERISHED

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear BRAKE DISCS ARE WORN

SILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 6 Dec 2018 117,269 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (4.4.3 (a))

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

SILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 7 Dec 2017 109,877 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (1.4.A.2f)

SILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Fail 7 Dec 2017 109,876 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

SILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 103,773 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 99,777 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 91,100 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 87,649 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2013 79,874 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 67,963 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 54,680 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 42,975 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 36,224 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 25,733 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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YA05 ZSW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZSW, 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 ZSW registered?

YA05 ZSW is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 August 2005.

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