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RV55 UNH

2005 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

148,518 mi
Last recorded148,518 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 UNH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 148,518 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2017 120,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer tread

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

Fail 5 May 2017 120,469 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer tread

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 102,346 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 90,004 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 80,364 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 68,196 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 68,196 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 59,451 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 47,060 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 122,090 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 117,527 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 110,042 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

a.both rear tyres on legal limit of 1.6mm

a.chip in screen under limit

a.power steering pipe weeping oil

Pass 12 Aug 2008 110,042 miles

a.both rear tyres on legal limit of 1.6mm

a.chip in screen under limit

a.power steering pipe weeping oil

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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RV55 UNH is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 RV55 UNH, 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.

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What year was RV55 UNH registered?

RV55 UNH is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is RV55 UNH safe to buy?

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