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HT05 TUA

2005 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,461 mi
Last recorded58,461 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 TUA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 58,461 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 57,780 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 57,780 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 56,257 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 55,064 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 54,764 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 53,286 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 53,184 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 50,951 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 47,486 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 39,791 miles

Front tyre nearing minimum limit

Rear brake lever damaged

Pass 22 Jul 2016 36,016 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 33,639 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 31,749 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2014 31,749 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 29,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 27,713 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 25,859 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 23,144 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,971 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 18,340 miles

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

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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HT05 TUA is a 2005 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HT05 TUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HT05 TUA registered?

HT05 TUA is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is HT05 TUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 TUA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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