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BX05 UMO

2005 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,397 mi
Last recorded79,397 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 UMO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 79,397 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2018 79,270 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

exhaust pipe loose , missing bolts from rear baffle .

Pass 7 Jan 2017 57,893 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 47,115 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 41,897 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2015 41,862 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 36,301 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 29,872 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,403 miles

Front and rear tyres wearing low

Pass 28 Sep 2011 29,153 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 28,220 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 25,120 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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BX05 UMO is a 2005 BMW K Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BX05 UMO, 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 BX05 UMO registered?

BX05 UMO is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is BX05 UMO safe to buy?

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