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YS05 NMX

2005 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,801 mi
Last recorded85,801 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 NMX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2023 85,801 miles

both front brake flexs starting to perish

both rear brake flex ferrels rusting

Pass 14 Nov 2022 84,041 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 82,991 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 80,915 miles

Both front flexy brake pipes deteriorated slightly

Pass 31 May 2019 74,559 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 70,902 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 64,653 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 58,082 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 51,334 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 45,390 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 40,834 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 34,389 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 28,951 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 22,357 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 15,941 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 10,992 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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YS05 NMX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YS05 NMX, 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 YS05 NMX registered?

YS05 NMX is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is YS05 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS05 NMX shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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