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EF05 YMP

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,480 mi
Last recorded40,480 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 YMP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 40,480 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 39,568 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 38,971 miles

throttle slightly sticking

Pass 6 Nov 2021 38,409 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 37,963 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 36,344 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 35,679 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 32,816 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 31,593 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 2014 29,059 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 29,057 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 25,447 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Sep 2013

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 22,185 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 18,752 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 May 2010 16,500 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 16,499 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 13,924 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 11,188 miles

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

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

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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EF05 YMP is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EF05 YMP, 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 EF05 YMP registered?

EF05 YMP is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is EF05 YMP safe to buy?

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