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OU05 ZTK

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,714 mi
Last recorded29,714 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 ZTK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 29,714 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 28,470 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 26,813 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 26,812 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 25,800 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 25,800 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Pads Below Minimum Thickness (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 25,145 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 25,145 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 25,105 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 23,554 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 22,085 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 20,895 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 20,066 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 19,114 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 18,348 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 17,315 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 16,210 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 14,035 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 11,783 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 9,965 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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OU05 ZTK is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OU05 ZTK, 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 OU05 ZTK registered?

OU05 ZTK is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is OU05 ZTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 ZTK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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