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K12 CGA

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,070 mi
Last recorded65,070 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 CGA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 65,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2026 64,981 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 62,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced forks (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 60,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 57,142 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Both front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 52,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (s) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 13 Jan 2022 52,892 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (s) (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (s) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 22 Jan 2021 50,749 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 48,988 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 47,077 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 44,338 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 44,102 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 39,701 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 37,680 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 34,747 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 32,316 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 30,019 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 25,882 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 19,737 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 11,279 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))

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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K12 CGA is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 K12 CGA, 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 K12 CGA registered?

K12 CGA is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 October 2005.

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