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MW05 LXH

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

55,243 mi
Last recorded55,243 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 LXH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 55,243 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 54,142 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 54,142 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 54,133 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 53,539 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 49,417 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 44,542 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 41,335 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 39,768 miles

Central Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Central Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 39,233 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 36,887 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 34,473 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2015 34,469 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 32,032 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2012 30,105 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 28,503 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 26,289 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 11 Jul 2009 19,243 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 14,093 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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MW05 LXH is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MW05 LXH, 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 MW05 LXH registered?

MW05 LXH is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is MW05 LXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW05 LXH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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