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HN05 FFJ

2005 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,709 mi
Last recorded51,709 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN05 FFJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 51,709 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 51,709 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 51,709 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 3 Feb 2017 51,709 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 50,972 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 47,096 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 47,030 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 44,442 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 44,442 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 40,977 miles

Advise customer to replace all brake pads

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 37,046 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 37,046 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 31,805 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 30,773 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 28,682 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 25,726 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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HN05 FFJ is a 2005 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HN05 FFJ, 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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HN05 FFJ is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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