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2005 BMW K Series 1.2L Petrol · SC53 ACS

SC53 ACS

2005 BMW K Series (1.2L, petrol). First registered 11 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 25,065 miles. MOT expired on 04 Jun 2024. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW K SERIES
Year / Origin
2005 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 04 Jun 2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
25,065 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 04 Jun 2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1157cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 6 June 2023 at 25 065 miles with no defects recorded, confirming a stable roadworthiness status. Earlier passes on 2 April 2009 (24 790 miles) and 15 February 2008 (21 137 miles) also showed zero defects, indicating consistent compliance despite the long interval between tests. The maintenance trend is therefore stable, with no recurring faults identified in the official record. Mileage accumulation over the car’s 21‑year life totals 25 065 miles, averaging roughly 1 200 miles per year—a low figure for its age. The increase from 24 790 miles in April 2009 to 25 065 miles in June 2023 amounts to only 275 miles over about 14 years, highlighting minimal usage and likely extended periods of inactivity. The MOT data is sparse beyond the recent test, but the low mileage pattern suggests the vehicle has been stored or lightly used for much of its life. A prospective buyer should inspect the tyres for even wear and adequate tread, brake discs and pads for corrosion or glazing, and suspension bushes and coil springs for rust. The exhaust system, underbody, wheel arches and sills need careful scrutiny for age‑related corrosion. Battery condition, coolant level and brake‑fluid freshness should be verified, as long storage can degrade these components. Finally, a thorough visual check of the chassis and any signs of rust or structural compromise is essential before purchase.
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SC53 ACS Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2023
  • 25,065 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

SC53 ACS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 16:47
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 BMW K Series (SC53 ACS) between June 2023 and June 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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