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YC55 VME

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

83,703 mi
Last recorded83,703 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 VME
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 83,703 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 83,702 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 73,892 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front n rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2024 70,685 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Lever slightly tight (1.1.6 (d))

Under tray cover misty oil

Fail 17 Jan 2024 70,678 miles

Offside Rear Outer Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Under tray cover misty oil

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Lever slightly tight (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 67,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Lever slightly tight (1.1.6 (d))

Under tray covers fitted and misty of oil

Pass 1 Feb 2022 64,720 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever slightly tight (1.1.6 (d))

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2022 64,720 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever slightly tight (1.1.6 (d))

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2020 63,297 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2020 63,297 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 60,583 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 58,265 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 53,501 miles

excessive oil leaks..

Pass 11 May 2015 51,306 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 47,584 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 44,092 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,825 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,603 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 25,333 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 16,140 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,393 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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YC55 VME is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YC55 VME, 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 YC55 VME registered?

YC55 VME is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 October 2005.

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