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RJ05 DVK

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,064 mi
Last recorded98,064 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 DVK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 98,064 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 97,442 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 12 Mar 2022 97,442 miles

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 10 Mar 2021 96,339 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 8 Mar 2021 96,339 miles

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 25 Feb 2020 96,306 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 96,306 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 93,925 miles

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

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jan 2018 91,402 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 89,858 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 89,074 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 87,378 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2014 84,815 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 81,249 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2011 78,278 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 75,214 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 69,431 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 50,202 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 DVK is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DVK, 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 DVK registered?

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

Is RJ05 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 DVK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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