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MF55 RYJ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

134,880 mi
Last recorded134,880 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 RYJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 134,880 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Rear abs ring is catching

clutch/flywheel is noisey

front and rear brake pads sensors broken

Fail 17 Oct 2017 134,878 miles

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

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear abs ring is catching

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

clutch/flywheel is noisey

front and rear brake pads sensors broken

Pass 8 Oct 2016 123,754 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 116,351 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 108,410 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 101,520 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 95,221 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 89,867 miles

n/s and o/s front tyer feathering on outer edges

n/s and o/s rear tyre feathering on inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2010 84,249 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 79,606 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 72,287 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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MF55 RYJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MF55 RYJ, 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 MF55 RYJ registered?

MF55 RYJ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is MF55 RYJ safe to buy?

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