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MA05 VRK

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,696 mi
Last recorded123,696 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 VRK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 123,696 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust hanger broken away (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 116,993 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil boarderline pass (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2021 111,596 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 107,711 miles

exhaust emitting smoke,but not continuously for 5 secs.

Pass 5 Jul 2018 100,171 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2018 100,164 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 90,037 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2016 87,050 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

n/s rear tyre has slight cut

Fail 17 Feb 2016 87,050 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

n/s rear tyre has slight cut

Pass 24 Feb 2015 83,956 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 80,590 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2013 77,727 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 73,652 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 69,731 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 55,121 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 45,144 miles

nearside front brake warning sensor wire not fitted into brake pad

Pass 28 Mar 2008 28,431 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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MA05 VRK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 MA05 VRK, 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.

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What year was MA05 VRK registered?

MA05 VRK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is MA05 VRK safe to buy?

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