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OW05 CXY

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,104 mi
Last recorded29,104 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 CXY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 29,104 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 28,580 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 26,509 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 26,509 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Aug 2011 20,381 miles

rear tyre wearing slightly out of shape.

Pass 24 Jul 2010 14,248 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front tyre on 2.5mm

slight dampness around steering damper

Pass 6 Aug 2008 7,991 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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OW05 CXY is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OW05 CXY, 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

How do I check the history of OW05 CXY?

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What year was OW05 CXY registered?

OW05 CXY is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is OW05 CXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW05 CXY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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