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15 LAS

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

50,035 mi
Last recorded50,035 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration15 LAS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 50,035 miles

Oil leak (possibly from engine) covering rear shock in oil, could potentially leak oil onto rear tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2025 49,025 miles

Front Front tyre misshapen/worn unevenly

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear tyre misshapen/worn unevenly

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 49,025 miles

Front Front tyre misshapen/worn unevenly

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear tyre misshapen/worn unevenly

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 48,044 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 47,591 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 46,650 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 44,951 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 43,296 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 41,088 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 41,088 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 40,233 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 37,241 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 33,928 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 32,240 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 28,823 miles

tyre wear pattons

Pass 13 Apr 2013 24,960 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 22,448 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 19,448 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 17,170 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 17,170 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 12,752 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 7,881 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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15 LAS 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 86.4%.

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 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 15 LAS, 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.

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What year was 15 LAS registered?

15 LAS is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is 15 LAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 15 LAS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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