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E338 GLM

1988 BMW K75

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

43,096 mi
Last recorded43,096 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE338 GLM
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 43,096 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 41,860 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 41,018 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front tyre perrished

Front tyre worn uneven

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 May 2022 40,403 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 39,901 miles

Lower slight engine oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2018 39,628 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 38,844 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 59,490 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 59,490 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 58,600 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 57,867 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 57,258 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 56,652 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 55,416 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 54,261 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 53,655 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 53,439 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 50,942 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 49,125 miles

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

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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E338 GLM is a 1988 BMW K75 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 E338 GLM, 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

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What year was E338 GLM registered?

E338 GLM is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 14 January 1988.

Is E338 GLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E338 GLM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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