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HN55 HTE

2005 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

47,588 mi
Last recorded47,588 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 HTE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 47,588 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 42,777 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 38,627 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 36,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 35,942 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2020 30,169 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 30,169 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 24,974 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 24,974 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 20,614 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,415 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 15,841 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 15,714 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 14,493 miles

Uneven wear on both tyres

Pass 17 Aug 2013 11,307 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 11,220 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 10,948 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 10,536 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 9,822 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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HN55 HTE is a 2005 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HN55 HTE, 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 HN55 HTE registered?

HN55 HTE is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is HN55 HTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN55 HTE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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