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RF05 FKK

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

213,006 mi
Last recorded213,006 miles
Recorded on19 May 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 FKK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2021 213,006 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))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some suspension components

Pass 17 May 2019 195,235 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

suspension rubbers / bushes perished

under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some suspension components

Pass 26 Apr 2018 179,915 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of testable items

Pass 26 Apr 2017 168,326 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of testable items

Fail 26 Apr 2017 168,326 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of testable items

Pass 29 Apr 2016 158,263 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of testable items

Fail 27 Apr 2016 158,263 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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

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

undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of testable items

Pass 20 Apr 2015 140,424 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2015 140,424 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 125,056 miles

Dash tyre pressure warning lamp is lit indicating a fault but all tyresare fully inflated

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 113,631 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 99,349 miles

handbrake warning light staying on

Pass 12 Apr 2011 84,756 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 84,589 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 74,472 miles

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

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

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

offside rear tyre low

Fail 10 Apr 2010 74,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

offside rear tyre low

Pass 6 Apr 2009 55,945 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 38,806 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 FKK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RF05 FKK, 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 RF05 FKK registered?

RF05 FKK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is RF05 FKK safe to buy?

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