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KC05 EKR

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,304 mi
Last recorded39,304 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 EKR
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 39,304 miles

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 39,246 miles

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Lower ball joint free play (2.3.4)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 25 May 2016 39,167 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 38,905 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 38,547 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 36,722 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 31,232 miles

Outer Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 May 2012 31,232 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 23,638 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2010 18,626 miles

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 13,822 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 12,054 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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KC05 EKR is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KC05 EKR, 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 KC05 EKR registered?

KC05 EKR is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is KC05 EKR safe to buy?

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