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K12 RCR

2005 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,369 mi
Last recorded34,369 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 RCR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 34,369 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 31,560 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 30,549 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slightly rough (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 30,416 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 30,189 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 29,090 miles

Central Front brake warning light on dash

brake warning light on dash

Fail 6 Feb 2020 90 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Front brake warning light on dash

Pass 13 Feb 2019 28,649 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 28,239 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 27,579 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 5 Mar 2016 26,150 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 23,397 miles

will need rear pads soon

Pass 8 Mar 2014 18,979 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 15,203 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 14,770 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 13,417 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 21 Mar 2009 6,140 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 RCR is a 2005 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RCR, 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 RCR registered?

K12 RCR is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is K12 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 RCR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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