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MV05 ZPX

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,188 mi
Last recorded39,188 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2010
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 ZPX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2010 39,188 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 35,421 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 33,996 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,717 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2008 19,717 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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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MV05 ZPX is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MV05 ZPX, 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

How do I check the history of MV05 ZPX?

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What year was MV05 ZPX registered?

MV05 ZPX is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is MV05 ZPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 ZPX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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