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RF05 WBK

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

140,298 mi
Last recorded140,298 miles
Recorded on26 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 WBK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Dec 2018 140,298 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 130,277 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 119,377 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 111,106 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 103,806 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 96,543 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 89,395 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Apr 2011 82,955 miles

Both front tyres have slight wear on outer edges

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 76,760 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 68,828 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 60,589 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 60,589 miles

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

Engine oil level just above minimum on the dipstick

Removed obstruction from interior mirror to the gear lever

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 WBK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WBK, 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 WBK registered?

RF05 WBK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is RF05 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 WBK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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