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RY05 MFO

2005 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,938 mi
Last recorded73,938 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 1 Series86,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 MFO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 73,938 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 64,268 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 56,067 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 50,532 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 46,807 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,574 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 41,574 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 35,546 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 32,024 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 26,868 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 25,964 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,210 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 21,302 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 12,667 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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RY05 MFO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 RY05 MFO, 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

How do I check the history of RY05 MFO?

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What year was RY05 MFO registered?

RY05 MFO is a 2005 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is RY05 MFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 MFO 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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