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AU05 ESF

2005 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,765 mi
Last recorded31,765 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 ESF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 31,765 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 30,750 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 30,463 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 30,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 29,438 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 28,322 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 26,933 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 26,923 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 23,936 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,871 miles

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 16,286 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 7,337 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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AU05 ESF is a 2005 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AU05 ESF, 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 AU05 ESF?

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What year was AU05 ESF registered?

AU05 ESF is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is AU05 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 ESF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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