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RK05 VGD

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

115,259 mi
Last recorded115,259 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 VGD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020 115,259 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 112,433 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear diff leak

Pass 15 May 2017 108,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear diff - leak -

Fail 15 May 2017 108,776 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear diff - leak -

Pass 27 Apr 2016 102,701 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear diff - leaking -

Fail 27 Apr 2016 102,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear diff - leaking -

Pass 16 Jun 2014 91,349 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 91,349 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 83,618 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 82,566 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 82,566 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 8 Mar 2012 76,670 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 76,670 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 68,703 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 59,707 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 50,169 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 33,389 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 VGD is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VGD, 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 VGD registered?

RK05 VGD is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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The MOT history for RK05 VGD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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