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RF55 MJV

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

160,346 mi
Last recorded160,346 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 MJV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 160,346 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 160,324 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 160,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 158,499 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 158,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 154,514 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 154,512 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 151,090 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 151,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 143,121 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 143,121 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 135,889 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 135,889 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 127,841 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 122,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2012 115,413 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 105,614 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 90,211 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Sep 2009 73,165 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 61,041 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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RF55 MJV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RF55 MJV, 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 RF55 MJV registered?

RF55 MJV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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