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K12 RFA

2005 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,886 mi
Last recorded46,886 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 RFA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 46,886 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 46,886 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small and fixings are obscuring the letters (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 May 2025 46,876 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 46,755 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 46,650 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 45,695 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 42,807 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 39,513 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 35,734 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 31,793 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 26,891 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 23,713 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 23,713 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2014 21,494 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 18,528 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 14,851 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 14,147 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 12,957 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 8,550 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 6,615 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 RFA is a 2005 BMW K Series in Yellow 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 RFA, 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 RFA?

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What year was K12 RFA registered?

K12 RFA is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is K12 RFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 RFA shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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