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RJ05 CPO

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

100,529 mi
Last recorded100,529 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 CPO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 100,529 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Hose to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely bald on the inner edge 205/55R16 91V Sunny Harmonic NP226 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Hose to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely bald on the inner edge 205/55R16 91V Sunny Harmonic NP226 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 94,754 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 89,540 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2024 89,540 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 88,491 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 82,227 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge Smooth And Nearing Limit (5.2.3 (e))

Valve stem slightly damaged Both Rear And Nearside Front (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 80,040 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 77,543 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 77,442 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 73,734 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 73,708 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 68,676 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 64,362 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 59,845 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 55,465 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 48,558 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 43,706 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 37,726 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 33,109 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 27,782 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 30 Oct 2008 24,044 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 21,427 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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RJ05 CPO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CPO, 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 RJ05 CPO registered?

RJ05 CPO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is RJ05 CPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 CPO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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