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K12 DDR

2005 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

24,052 mi
Last recorded24,052 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 DDR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 24,052 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 23,316 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 21,633 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 20,515 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 19,078 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 17,636 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 15,984 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 15,039 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 13,075 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 10,155 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 10,155 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 7,744 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 7,744 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 6,501 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 6,501 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 3,799 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 3,798 miles

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 3,752 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 3,564 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 3,154 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 2,765 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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K12 DDR is a 2005 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DDR, 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

How do I check the history of K12 DDR?

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What year was K12 DDR registered?

K12 DDR is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is K12 DDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 DDR shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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