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MV05 ZPZ

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,306 mi
Last recorded39,306 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 39,306 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Slight leak from rear drive

Fail 26 Mar 2015 39,306 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Slight leak from rear drive

Fail 10 Mar 2014 26,254 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,254 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 20,733 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,223 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 19,010 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 16,953 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 15,548 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 11,412 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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MV05 ZPZ is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 ZPZ, 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 MV05 ZPZ registered?

MV05 ZPZ is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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