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HV55 PRX

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,673 mi
Last recorded35,673 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 PRX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 35,673 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 35,157 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 34,716 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 33,504 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 31,475 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 29,814 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 28,450 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Loose on rivets, not insecure. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 27,230 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 27,229 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 23,802 miles

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

Front tyre perished

Front tyre valve perished

Pass 2 Oct 2015 23,455 miles

Front tyre perished

Rear tyre perished

Pass 2 Oct 2014 21,376 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 20,947 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,783 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 18,132 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 16,723 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,560 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 12,625 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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HV55 PRX is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HV55 PRX, 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 HV55 PRX registered?

HV55 PRX is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is HV55 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 PRX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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