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KA05 YYS

2005 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,497 mi
Last recorded31,497 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA05 YYS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2025 31,497 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 31,478 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 31,400 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2021 31,292 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 31,267 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 31,181 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 30,238 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 29,137 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 28,292 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 25,701 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 23,703 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 22,812 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 31 Jul 2012 21,582 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 20,398 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2010 19,133 miles

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2009 17,684 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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KA05 YYS is a 2005 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KA05 YYS, 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

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What year was KA05 YYS registered?

KA05 YYS is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is KA05 YYS safe to buy?

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