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YC55 ZCT

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,426 mi
Last recorded98,426 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 ZCT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 98,426 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Jun 2015 93,678 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise o/s/f tyre slight scrubbing on edges

Pass 8 Jul 2014 84,333 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2013 79,770 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 73,035 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2012 73,034 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 65,591 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 65,591 miles

Centre Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 60,339 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 60,339 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 55,231 miles

DSC warning light on dash.

Pass 13 Sep 2008 48,516 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 ZCT is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC55 ZCT, 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 ZCT registered?

YC55 ZCT is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is YC55 ZCT safe to buy?

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