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E478 SAF

1988 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46 mi
Last recorded46 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE478 SAF
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 46 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 78,288 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2018 78,288 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 77,179 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 76,292 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 75,200 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 75,200 miles

Centre Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 May 2014 73,885 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 72,738 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 71,233 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 69,873 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 68,634 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 67,704 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 66,554 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 65,423 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 64,517 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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E478 SAF is a 1988 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E478 SAF, 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 E478 SAF registered?

E478 SAF is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 2 June 1988.

Is E478 SAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E478 SAF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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