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RJ05 BKA

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,478 mi
Last recorded147,478 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 BKA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 147,478 miles

both front flexible brake hoses age cracked

both rear flexible brake hoses age cracked

Fail 18 Jun 2021 147,478 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

both front flexible brake hoses age cracked

both rear flexible brake hoses age cracked

Pass 10 Mar 2020 140,354 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured n/s & o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake light /pad warning displayed

Pass 27 Feb 2019 132,792 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 126,231 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 118,656 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 112,205 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 102,216 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 16 Jun 2014 91,384 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 84,824 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

traction control warning light is illuminated

Pass 8 Jun 2012 78,199 miles

air-bag light is on.

bonnet is stiff to open.

n/s/f & o/s/f brake discs & pads are worn.

n/s/f & o/s/f brake flexy hoses are deterioated.

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres stamped part worn.

n/s/f tyre close to wear limit 3mm (minimum limit 1.6mm).

n/s/r parking brake readings fluctuating (up & down).

tyre pressure light is on.

Fail 7 Jun 2012 78,188 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

air-bag light is on.

bonnet is stiff to open.

n/s/f & o/s/f brake discs & pads are worn.

n/s/f & o/s/f brake flexy hoses are deterioated.

n/s/f tyre inner wall stamped part worn.

tyre pressure light is on.

Pass 28 May 2011 70,907 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 64,014 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 64,014 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 50,607 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)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 41,314 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 Mar 2008 41,314 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

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

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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RJ05 BKA 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 77.8%.

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 RJ05 BKA, 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 RJ05 BKA registered?

RJ05 BKA is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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