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AK05 ZHN

2005 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,109 mi
Last recorded19,109 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 ZHN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 19,109 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Slighly perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 19,072 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 18,866 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 18,605 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively A Arm - steering ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 18,550 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively Front fork linkage pin / bush or ball joint has slight play - forks have slight movement front / back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 18,542 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 18,303 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 18,183 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 18,033 miles

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

Oil cooler/pipe leaking

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 18,033 miles

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

Oil cooler/pipe leaking

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 17,805 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 17,639 miles

Front mudguard extension rubbing on tyre

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members slight play in balljoints (2.3.4)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 17,639 miles

Front mudguard extension rubbing on tyre

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members slight play in balljoints (2.3.4)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Both (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking on grip/bar end (6.2.1f)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 17,339 miles

Fender extender dragging slightly on front tyre. does not impede steering or wheel drivability.

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 17,339 miles

Fender extender dragging slightly on front tyre. does not impede steering or wheel drivability.

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 17,123 miles

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 16,305 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 16,004 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 14,704 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 12,167 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,350 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 10,602 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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AK05 ZHN is a 2005 BMW K Series in Grey 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 AK05 ZHN, 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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AK05 ZHN is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 May 2005.

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