Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Bmw 1 Series Diesel 1995cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 164,486 miles on the clock, averaging 7,553 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Bmw 1 Series issues include r/2018/132 and october 2013 vacuum pump recall.
MOT & Mileage History for RK05 USN
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 164,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,335 |
| Average per year | 7,553 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 1 Series
These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 1 Series models (2004–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
R/2018/132
October 2013 vacuum pump recall
Timing chain issues
Ignition coil failures
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK05 USN |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RK05 USN
What car is RK05 USN?
RK05 USN is an silver Bmw 1 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK05 USN?
The last recorded mileage for RK05 USN was 164,486 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK05 USN passed its MOT?
RK05 USN has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Oct 2024.
Is RK05 USN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK05 USN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK05 USN?
RK05 USN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.