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ET05 UPX

2005 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,731 mi
Last recorded19,731 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW K Series22,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 UPX
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 19,731 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 19,473 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 19,162 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 18,992 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 18,779 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 18,547 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 18,089 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Paralever Bearings (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 17,307 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 16,787 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 16,327 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 20 Jan 2017 16,327 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 14,923 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 13,327 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 11,824 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 10,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 10,054 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2011 7,900 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 6,923 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 4,161 miles

slight fluctuation rear brake

Pass 15 Jul 2008 3,653 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 UPX is a 2005 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ET05 UPX, 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 UPX registered?

ET05 UPX is a 2005 BMW K Series, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is ET05 UPX safe to buy?

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