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MJ05 CAZ

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,872 mi
Last recorded75,872 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 CAZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 75,872 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 65,871 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 65,032 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 63,766 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 61,036 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 59,440 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 57,285 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Nearside Rear worn outer edge / nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 54,307 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 51,509 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 49,205 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 46,370 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 42,112 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 36,038 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 31,486 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 28,314 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 25,289 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 20,586 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 16,399 miles

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

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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MJ05 CAZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MJ05 CAZ, 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 MJ05 CAZ registered?

MJ05 CAZ is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is MJ05 CAZ safe to buy?

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