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PJ05 CFN

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,600 mi
Last recorded38,600 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 CFN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 38,600 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 37,913 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2023 37,057 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 37,055 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 36,307 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 35,685 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 35,047 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 31,943 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 31,943 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 30,575 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 29,580 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 29,041 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 28,906 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 28,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 26,250 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 22,563 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 18,467 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 18,467 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 14,949 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 12,715 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 9,883 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 6,992 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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PJ05 CFN is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PJ05 CFN, 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 PJ05 CFN registered?

PJ05 CFN is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is PJ05 CFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ05 CFN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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