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E393 VWU

1988 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

143,016 mi
Last recorded143,016 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE393 VWU
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 143,016 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 141,342 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 141,332 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 141,332 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 14,053 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 139,946 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 139,900 miles

two bolts missing out of fairing mounting on headstock

Fail 5 Feb 2011 139,900 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

two bolts missing out of fairing mounting on headstock

Pass 5 Dec 2009 137,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

water collecting in fuel cap

Pass 13 Dec 2008 133,575 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Dec 2007 124,953 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 124,953 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 114,695 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2005 105,464 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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E393 VWU is a 1988 BMW K75 in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E393 VWU, 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.

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What year was E393 VWU registered?

E393 VWU is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 31 May 1988.

Is E393 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E393 VWU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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