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YB05 KUU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,486 mi
Last recorded148,486 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 KUU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 148,486 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 140,222 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 131,699 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 126,429 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 120,074 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 114,472 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 108,119 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 106,175 miles

Nearside Rear 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 15 Jun 2012 89,617 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 65,970 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 65,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2010 49,471 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 40,605 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 40,590 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 27,285 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 27,285 miles

Offside Outer Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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 KUU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB05 KUU, 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 YB05 KUU registered?

YB05 KUU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is YB05 KUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 KUU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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