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AU55 RJZ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

150,822 mi
Last recorded150,822 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 RJZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 150,822 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 19 Feb 2021 141,455 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 137,696 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 130,789 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 123,094 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 114,848 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 100,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 86,936 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2013 68,449 miles

warning light on

Fail 25 Feb 2013 68,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 56,782 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front brake pads very low

rear brake pads low

Pass 17 Feb 2011 44,863 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 44,660 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 37,724 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 25 Nov 2008 20,288 miles

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

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

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

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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AU55 RJZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AU55 RJZ, 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 AU55 RJZ registered?

AU55 RJZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is AU55 RJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 RJZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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