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YR05 OSC

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,551 mi
Last recorded89,551 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 OSC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2021 89,551 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 87,813 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 87,806 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 85,024 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 83,601 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 81,315 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 76,915 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 71,467 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 68,277 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 63,529 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 59,441 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 54,821 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 48,778 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 42,353 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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YR05 OSC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YR05 OSC, 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 YR05 OSC registered?

YR05 OSC is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is YR05 OSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 OSC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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