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HV55 VEL

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,189 mi
Last recorded40,189 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 VEL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 40,189 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 39,951 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 39,711 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 39,711 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 39,108 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 37,739 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 37,606 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 37,007 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 36,734 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 36,734 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 36,388 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 35,549 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 32,528 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 29,504 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,914 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 24,805 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 24,800 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 VEL is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HV55 VEL, 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 VEL registered?

HV55 VEL is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is HV55 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 VEL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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