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HN55 RCZ

2005 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,346 mi
Last recorded40,346 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 RCZ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 40,346 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 40,345 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 40,133 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 37,724 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 37,724 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2021 37,542 miles

front a.b.s sensor pick up ring marked on segments

rear tyre slight uneven wear

Pass 24 Sep 2020 37,266 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 36,907 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 35,993 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 18 May 2018 35,980 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 34,551 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 34,239 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion r (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 33,755 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 33,268 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 32,428 miles

Exhaust rear mount slightly loose.

Pass 4 Nov 2010 30,205 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 27,698 miles

advise, rear number plate light not operational.

Pass 6 Nov 2008 23,941 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 RCZ is a 2005 BMW K Series in White with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RCZ, 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 RCZ registered?

HN55 RCZ is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is HN55 RCZ safe to buy?

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