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K12 FHO

2005 BMW K Series

Multi-colour Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,918 mi
Last recorded31,918 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 FHO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 31,918 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 31,284 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 30,228 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 29,577 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2022 28,188 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 27,611 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 26,971 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 25,483 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 24,250 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 24,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 24,086 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 23,884 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 23,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 23,027 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 22,337 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 19,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 13,161 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 10,053 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 FHO is a 2005 BMW K Series in Multi-colour with a 1,157cc 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 K12 FHO, 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 FHO registered?

K12 FHO is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is K12 FHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 FHO 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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