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ET05 UPP

2005 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,727 mi
Last recorded37,727 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 UPP
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 37,727 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 May 2026 37,727 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 37,098 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 35,660 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 34,318 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 33,148 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 32,611 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 28,889 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 28,889 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2017 28,572 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,451 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,017 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 27,732 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 24,761 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering damper below normal performance

Fail 23 May 2013 24,761 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering damper below normal performance

Pass 30 May 2012 22,289 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 20,471 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 19,325 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 18,664 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 17,273 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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ET05 UPP is a 2005 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ET05 UPP, 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 ET05 UPP registered?

ET05 UPP is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is ET05 UPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 UPP shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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