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RK05 TYD

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,982 mi
Last recorded93,982 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 TYD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 93,982 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Mar 2017 93,966 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 88,983 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front & both rear (3.5.1g)

Nearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front light damage on bumper

Pass 22 Jan 2015 81,820 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 80,353 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 65,156 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 53,384 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 45,853 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 2 Mar 2010 38,638 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 30,276 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 23,000 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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RK05 TYD is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RK05 TYD, 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 RK05 TYD registered?

RK05 TYD is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is RK05 TYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 TYD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK05 TYD have outstanding finance?

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