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ND55 YLV

2005 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,968 mi
Last recorded41,968 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND55 YLV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 41,968 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 39,661 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 36,491 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 34,722 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 32,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 29,577 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 29,577 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Apr 2020 26,574 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 22,801 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 20,016 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 16,298 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 11,335 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 6,807 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 5,378 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 5,286 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 4,893 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 4,662 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 4,662 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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ND55 YLV is a 2005 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ND55 YLV, 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 ND55 YLV registered?

ND55 YLV is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is ND55 YLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ND55 YLV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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