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NC55 LAO

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,184 mi
Last recorded23,184 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 LAO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 23,184 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2018 23,184 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 23,042 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 22,709 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2016 22,709 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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 10 Jun 2015 21,761 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 21,587 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 20,882 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 17,505 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 15,936 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,694 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 13,806 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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NC55 LAO is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NC55 LAO, 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.

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What year was NC55 LAO registered?

NC55 LAO is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 December 2005.

Is NC55 LAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC55 LAO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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