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MT05 GHO

2005 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,021 mi
Last recorded39,021 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 GHO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 39,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 38,423 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 38,009 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 37,825 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 37,089 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 36,525 miles

Front brake pads corroded

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

Pass 7 May 2019 36,466 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 35,596 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 34,804 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 33,749 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 32,909 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 30,832 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 30,260 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 29,260 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2011 28,089 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 26,458 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 21,780 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 16,868 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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MT05 GHO is a 2005 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 MT05 GHO, 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 MT05 GHO registered?

MT05 GHO is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is MT05 GHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 GHO shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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