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HJ55 LFB

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

53,070 mi
Last recorded53,070 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 LFB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 53,070 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Apr 2014 53,071 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 53,071 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 52,586 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 Sep 2012 52,586 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Dec 2011 48,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 41,803 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 16 Nov 2010 41,803 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

front tyre slightly flat

Pass 4 Dec 2009 36,755 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 3 Dec 2009 36,754 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Nov 2008 30,234 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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HJ55 LFB is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 22,063 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ55 LFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 21 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJ55 LFB registered?

HJ55 LFB is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 October 2005.

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