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E397 VWU

1988 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

298,631 mi
Last recorded298,631 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE397 VWU
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2026 298,631 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 297,366 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 295,943 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 295,239 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 293,404 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 292,149 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 289,929 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 288,347 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 287,118 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 285,461 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 284,766 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 283,379 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 28,160 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 279,527 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 278,043 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 277,011 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 276,035 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 274,617 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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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E397 VWU is a 1988 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E397 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E397 VWU?

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What year was E397 VWU registered?

E397 VWU is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 16 July 1988.

Is E397 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E397 VWU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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