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RF05 FJV

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,935 mi
Last recorded77,935 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 FJV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2024 77,935 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 73,841 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 69,019 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 64,312 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 61,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 57,762 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 52,271 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 48,401 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 43,191 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 37,681 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 30,602 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 23,243 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 20,432 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 17,252 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 14,757 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 10,876 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 8,628 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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RF05 FJV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 RF05 FJV, 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

How do I check the history of RF05 FJV?

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What year was RF05 FJV registered?

RF05 FJV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is RF05 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 FJV shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RF05 FJV have outstanding finance?

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