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999BYI

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,718 mi
Last recorded31,718 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration999BYI
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 31,718 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 31,386 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 30,735 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 30,460 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 30,442 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 29,331 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 28,759 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 27,289 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 May 2015 24,423 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 23,407 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 20,816 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 17,088 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 14,383 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 8,855 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 7,631 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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999BYI is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 999BYI, 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 999BYI registered?

999BYI is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is 999BYI safe to buy?

The MOT history for 999BYI shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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