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OE05 KLJ

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

86,817 mi
Last recorded86,817 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 KLJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 86,817 miles

Central Front Upper Steering dampner has misting of oil

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 85,919 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 84,299 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 80,233 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 78,036 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 76,040 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 72,095 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 71,838 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 70,098 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 69,869 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 69,869 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 67,810 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 67,397 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 67,026 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 64,674 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 59,885 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 50,303 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 38,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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OE05 KLJ is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OE05 KLJ, 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 OE05 KLJ registered?

OE05 KLJ is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is OE05 KLJ safe to buy?

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