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YB05 JXU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

182,061 mi
Last recorded182,061 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 JXU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 182,061 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 178,226 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 176,900 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both NSF OSF (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 175,178 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 169,254 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 169,254 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2018 164,118 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 156,653 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Upper brake light not working

Offside Lower brake light not working

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper side light not working

brake warning light on

Fail 8 Jun 2017 156,653 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Upper brake light not working

Offside Lower brake light not working

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper side light not working

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake warning light on

Pass 10 Jun 2016 148,187 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 148,187 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb 477 (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working bulb 501 (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 139,301 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 139,292 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 122,373 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

near side front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 3 Aug 2012 113,486 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slight uneven wear on front tyres

Pass 4 Aug 2011 93,994 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 77,038 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 55,220 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 55,218 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 35,488 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007

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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YB05 JXU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YB05 JXU, 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.

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What year was YB05 JXU registered?

YB05 JXU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 August 2005.

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