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E290 XAG

1988 BMW K75

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,595 mi
Last recorded14,595 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE290 XAG
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 14,595 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 14,595 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 14,548 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 14,532 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2021 14,514 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 14,471 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 14,426 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 14,329 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 58,399 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 58,380 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 58,269 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 58,179 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 57,926 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 57,867 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 57,810 miles

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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E290 XAG is a 1988 BMW K75 in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1988 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 54,218 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 E290 XAG, 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 38 years old, this BMW K75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E290 XAG?

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What year was E290 XAG registered?

E290 XAG is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 21 June 1988.

Is E290 XAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E290 XAG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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