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KB05 OAA

2005 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,181 mi
Last recorded44,181 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB05 OAA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 44,181 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 43,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2023 43,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 42,740 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 41,683 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 40,578 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 39,119 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 37,790 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 36,039 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 34,475 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 32,772 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 31,308 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 30,093 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 28,534 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 26,728 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 25,382 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 23,547 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,269 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 17 Jun 2008 20,269 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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KB05 OAA is a 2005 BMW K Series in White with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KB05 OAA, 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 KB05 OAA registered?

KB05 OAA is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is KB05 OAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB05 OAA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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