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RL54 FLV

2005 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

110,400 mi
Last recorded110,400 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL54 FLV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 110,400 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 110,400 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 95,630 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 58,986 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 73,518 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 66,171 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 51,327 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 40,574 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2013 38,665 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 35,439 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 31,035 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 25,919 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 22,050 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front tyres wearing on edges .

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 14 Feb 2008 18,147 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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RL54 FLV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RL54 FLV, 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 RL54 FLV registered?

RL54 FLV is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is RL54 FLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL54 FLV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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