MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
127,730 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
fuel cap sealing ring cracking
Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective warning lamps illuminated on dash (1.1.4 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed hole in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective warning lamps illuminated on dash (1.1.4 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
fuel cap sealing ring cracking
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened abs bracket fouling (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test 2 items ()
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no liquid -rectified (3.5 (a))
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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YH55 VVP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 YH55 VVP, 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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YH55 VVP is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.
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