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YC55 VWR

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

91,037 mi
Last recorded91,037 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 VWR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 91,037 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both front flexi brake hoses badly prished

engine oil leaks

Pass 14 Mar 2025 88,060 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 88,060 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 85,191 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 85,191 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 82,237 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 79,928 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 78,080 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 73,734 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 69,859 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 65,454 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 61,613 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 58,086 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 58,086 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 53,898 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 43,626 miles

bonnet is latching but not securing

Fail 19 Dec 2012 43,626 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

bonnet is latching but not securing

Pass 19 Dec 2011 44,969 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 40,705 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 35,517 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsf door mirror glass cracked

Pass 12 Dec 2008 28,323 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 VWR is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc 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 VWR, 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 VWR registered?

YC55 VWR is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is YC55 VWR safe to buy?

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