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RK05 VXB

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,415 mi
Last recorded109,415 miles
Recorded on4 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 VXB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2025 109,415 miles
Fail 4 May 2025 109,415 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 108,436 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 104,116 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 102,668 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 102,229 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 101,276 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 99,548 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 99,548 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 97,774 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 96,298 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 93,468 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 88,863 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 69,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

O/s/f tyre has cut in tread

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2011 55,482 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 55,464 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 55,464 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 52,454 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 49,130 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 43,977 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 37,367 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 VXB is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RK05 VXB, 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 VXB registered?

RK05 VXB is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is RK05 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 VXB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK05 VXB have outstanding finance?

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