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BF05 RVK

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

178,540 mi
Last recorded178,540 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 RVK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 178,540 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 165,081 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 165,042 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Halfshaft likely to become detached both rears securing bolts fitted wrong (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 157,030 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 157,029 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 148,732 miles

N/S rear child seat fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 14 Jan 2021 148,731 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))

N/S rear child seat fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2019 132,300 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 132,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 108,945 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 108,940 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 99,854 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 99,854 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 95,818 miles

hand brake light stays on dashboard

Pass 25 Jul 2015 91,792 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 87,030 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 82,582 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jan 2013 82,582 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 70,376 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2010 65,942 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 57,683 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 50,597 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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BF05 RVK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 BF05 RVK, 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 BF05 RVK registered?

BF05 RVK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BF05 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 RVK shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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