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KV05 JFU

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,840 mi
Last recorded42,840 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 JFU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2024 42,840 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 42,298 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 42,046 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 41,535 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust down pipe cracked and leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively ball joint has quite a lot of play. Borderline of pass/fail (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively Play in pivot bearings of final drive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 39,744 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 38,861 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 37,792 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 37,424 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 36,768 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 36,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 29,357 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,548 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 17,951 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 12,261 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 7,823 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 4,663 miles

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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KV05 JFU is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue 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 KV05 JFU, 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 KV05 JFU registered?

KV05 JFU is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is KV05 JFU safe to buy?

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