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D407 SBV

1987 BMW K75

Blue Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,118 mi
Last recorded43,118 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW K7548,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD407 SBV
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 43,118 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 41,249 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 37,986 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 37,441 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 36,806 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 36,315 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 36,007 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 35,414 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 35,106 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 34,677 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 34,091 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 33,984 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 32,147 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 31,102 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2011 31,102 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 30,251 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2010 30,222 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,835 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 29,282 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 28,774 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW K75?

Based on 20,132 MOT tests across 2,071 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
898
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 149
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 147
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 128
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 121
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D407 SBV is a 1987 BMW K75 in Blue with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1987 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 48,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K75 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D407 SBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K75 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this BMW K75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D407 SBV registered?

D407 SBV is a 1987 BMW K75, first registered on 4 February 1987.

Is D407 SBV safe to buy?

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