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OV55 BFA

2005 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,985 mi
Last recorded36,985 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 BFA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2025 36,985 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 34,263 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 33,223 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 32,623 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front discs slightly warped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 32,095 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 26,827 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 26,453 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 25,435 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 23,158 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 28 Mar 2015 20,716 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 19,576 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 17,637 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 16,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 15,439 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 10 Dec 2009 15,405 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 12,632 miles

left hand bar end slightly out of alinement

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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OV55 BFA is a 2005 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OV55 BFA, 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 OV55 BFA registered?

OV55 BFA is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is OV55 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 BFA shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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