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KB05 OAE

2005 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,723 mi
Last recorded40,723 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB05 OAE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 40,723 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Rear brake pads corroded

Pass 25 May 2024 38,194 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 37,997 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 37,982 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 37,689 miles

front wheel bearings are slightly rough

Pass 21 Jun 2019 36,926 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 32,668 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 29,330 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 25,410 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 21,475 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 19,277 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 18,494 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 18,494 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 17,038 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 16,865 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,443 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 12,928 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 9,712 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 OAE is a 2005 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OAE, 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 KB05 OAE registered?

KB05 OAE is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is KB05 OAE safe to buy?

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