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EF05 YNB

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,108 mi
Last recorded79,108 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 79,108 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 67,417 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2013 67,417 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,859 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 50,859 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2011 38,236 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 25,303 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 9,346 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 9,110 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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EF05 YNB is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YNB, 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 EF05 YNB registered?

EF05 YNB is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is EF05 YNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 YNB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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