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YC55 VNU

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

130,398 mi
Last recorded130,398 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 VNU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 130,398 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Sep 2018 130,398 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 122,147 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 116,727 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 108,809 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 103,213 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 94,644 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 87,515 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 81,315 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 70,079 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 55,406 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 42,124 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 VNU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VNU, 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 YC55 VNU registered?

YC55 VNU is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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