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KF55 KRV

2005 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,220 mi
Last recorded36,220 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF55 KRV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 36,220 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 34,975 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 May 2024 34,975 miles

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

Excessive oil leak from rocker cover

Rear Brake pad material detached from backing plate

Pass 7 Oct 2022 34,923 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 34,622 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 34,388 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 33,290 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 31,306 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 31,237 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 30,840 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2014 27,466 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 27,466 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 24,115 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 24,111 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear gator on drive shaft housing perished

Pass 29 Sep 2012 23,400 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 22,191 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 21,153 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 16,057 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 16,057 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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KF55 KRV is a 2005 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KF55 KRV, 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 KF55 KRV registered?

KF55 KRV is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 November 2005.

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The MOT history for KF55 KRV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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