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YT05 OLG

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,313 mi
Last recorded82,313 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 OLG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 82,313 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 76,126 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 72,475 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 68,579 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 62,644 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 60,691 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 60,691 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 56,302 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 52,545 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 52,545 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2017 50,121 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 47,502 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 47,499 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 45,319 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 42,830 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 42,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 May 2013 39,371 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 37,965 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 35,469 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Mar 2010 33,222 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 30,155 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 28,556 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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YT05 OLG is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YT05 OLG, 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 YT05 OLG registered?

YT05 OLG is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is YT05 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT05 OLG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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