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RJ05 OAB

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,914 mi
Last recorded122,914 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 122,914 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 110,973 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 101,033 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 93,754 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both and pads 55/60% worn (3.5.1i)

Under trays and covers limit inspection

Pass 8 Mar 2016 85,866 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 76,334 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 68,470 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 60,290 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 52,480 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 44,657 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 44,657 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 39,307 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 32,151 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 25,295 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 25,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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)

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 OAB is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RJ05 OAB, 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 OAB registered?

RJ05 OAB is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is RJ05 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 OAB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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